Overview
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3/3/2009
St. Joseph, MO is nestled along the mighty Missouri river on the far western side of the state. It has rolling hills and the river banks are gorgeous in fall and spring. The people here are warm and friendly, the cost of living is very low compared to the national average (one of the lowest housing costs)and the schools are very good.
One downside is the weather during the summer and winter. We have huge temperature extremes, for example it will be in the 20s one day then jumps up to the 50s the next! The summers are hot and humid to the point you need another shower the moment you walk outside!
The other downside is the lack of recreational activities, there simply are not many. In the winter there is shopping, eating, bars, bowling and movies. That pretty much sums it up. In summer you can add golfing, public swimming pools and lake activity. We do have a couple museums but they are limited at best and definatley not something you can do every weekend. There is very little in the Arts and life here can be very boring.
If you are looking for a quiet, inexpensive, laid back, friendly community and you don't mind weather fluctuations and won't miss recreational activities this is the place for you!
Deanna | St. Joseph, MO