What BestPlaces Users Say about Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona is a bustling city known for its warm climate, desert landscape, and vibrant cultural scene. It is a popular destination for tourists and a growing city for residents, with a population of over 1.7 million. Located in the Sonoran Desert, Phoenix offers a unique lifestyle and attracts people from all over the country. To get a better understanding of what it is like to live in Phoenix, we will summarize user reviews from BestPlaces.net and provide insights from four different reviewers.
According to reviewers on BestPlaces.net, living in Phoenix has its pros and cons. One reviewer, Joe, shared that "Phoenix has something for everyone. The weather is great, the cost of living is affordable, and there is always something to do." Another reviewer, Maria, echoed similar sentiments, stating that "Phoenix is a wonderful place to live. The weather is amazing, the city is diverse, and there are endless opportunities for outdoor activities." However, not all reviews were positive. John mentioned that "the heat in Phoenix can be unbearable at times, and the city lacks green spaces and nature." Similarly, Sarah shared that "Phoenix has a lot to offer, but the traffic and urban sprawl can make commuting a nightmare."
Many reviewers mentioned the Phoenix job market as a major advantage. Susan stated that "the job market in Phoenix is booming, especially in industries like healthcare, technology, and tourism." Another reviewer, Alex, added that "the cost of living may be slightly higher, but the job opportunities and salaries in Phoenix make it worth it." On the other hand, some reviewers expressed concerns about the cost of living. Mike shared that "housing prices in Phoenix have been increasing rapidly, making it difficult for some people to afford living here." He also added that "utilities, groceries, and property taxes are also on the higher side."
The cultural and recreational offerings in Phoenix were highly praised by reviewers. Jane mentioned that "Phoenix has a rich art and music scene, as well as numerous festivals and events throughout the year." Another reviewer, David, shared that "there are plenty of parks, hiking trails, and outdoor spaces to explore in Phoenix, making it a great place for nature lovers." However, not all reviewers were satisfied with the city's cultural offerings. Mark noted that "compared to other major cities, Phoenix lacks diversity and cultural experiences." He also stated that "the nightlife scene is not as vibrant as I would have liked."
In conclusion, Phoenix, Arizona, offers a unique lifestyle with its warm climate, diverse culture, and job opportunities. However, the high cost of living, extreme heat, and lack of green spaces were concerns mentioned by some reviewers. On the other hand, the city's cultural scene and recreational activities were highly praised by many. Overall, it seems that living in Phoenix can be a great experience for those who enjoy warm weather and a bustling city lifestyle.
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Phoenix not as great as its made out to be - 6/3/2009
I have lived in Arizona for 4 years now and can say that I almost hate it. I grew up in the Midwest (Chicago and Indianapolis) and moved here from Michigan and thought it would be a better place to live. Wow, was I wrong.
My first problem is the weather. The heat seems to be getting worse and worse. The sun is so strong, it stings and you get to almost disliking it and want cloudy days on occasion. I don’t care for Michigan very much but I’ve learned I like having four seasons. Arizona has four seasons too: summer’s coming, summer, summer’s still here and autumn.
I’m sick of all the brown; no real trees or grass or shade. Just brown dust everywhere.
I also don’t like the crime rate—its awful. Phoenix is a sanctuary city for illegal immigrants and the crime has grown as a result. You see on the news everyday of illegals being busted in drophouses. The illegal immigrant population has caused an increase in murders, robbery, kidnapping,
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low quality of life - 6/2/2009
I moved to Phoenix from Michigan in 2005 and am disappointed by my experience in the Valley. The one thing I will never get used to is the heat—unbearable from late May to most of October. I don’t find the people to be very friendly either, and they don’t seem to have any desire to get to know you. They often seem guarded, unfriendly, no particularly conversant and uninteresting. People in places like Scottsdale fit the sterotype as materialistic, superficial, snooty, and unhappy, and will asociate with you only if you have the same socioeconomic status as they. Housing is not very attractive, where everything looks the same. I don’t know how people can distinguish their house from their neighbors. The housing is fairly affordable (compared to where you come from) but it cant offset the not-so-good quality of life, in my opinion. And then there is the bad air. Phoenix is not the best place for those suffering from bad allergies. And air pollution is awful in the summer. The crime is
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Dont know why people want to move - 6/2/2009
I moved to Phoenix from Michigan in 2005 and am disappointed by my experience in the Valley. The housing is fairly affordable (compared to where you come from) but it cant offset the not-so-good quality of life, in my opinion. The one thing I will never get over is the heat—unbearable from late May to most of October. I don’t find the people to be very friendly either, and they don’t seem to have any desire to get to know you. They seem guarded, unfriendly, no particularly conversant and uninteresting. People in places like Scottsdale are materialistic, superficial, snooty, and unhappy. Housing is not very attractive, where everything looks the same. I don’t know how people can tell their house from their neighbors. There are so many HOAs. The housing is fairly affordable (compared to where you come from) but it cant offset the not-so-good quality of life, in my opinion. And then there is the bad air. Phoenix is not the best place for those suffering from bad allergies. The crime is
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Armpit of a city - 5/27/2009
I have lived in 85032 for just about all of my life, and it's true, this place is worse then living in a sweaty butt crack. Az is #50 on worst school systems in the country (I have me GED) Many people that grew up here, move away, but then again, I have my ged. It is very sad to see all the shallow people that live here, and yes, they are rude with no "please, or "thank you" for anything. The only good thing is that I can carry my .45 acp anywhere I
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The reality of life in the Phoenix area - 5/21/2009
I moved to Phoenix from the SF Bay area in 1998 and frankly cannot believe that I'm still here. I chose this area based on the lower cost of housing, but did not fully consider the overall quality of life. After being laid off recently, I'm hoping to escape the "valley of the sun" as soon as possible. The notoriously hot, miserable summers are just that! It has gotten increasingly hotter here over the last five years and the 100+ temperatures seem to arrive earlier each year. In eleven years, I have had numerous jobs and have only worked for one decent company. I'm a very qualified mid-level professional. Even before the recession, the job opportunities have always been very weak here. Companies are looking for a college degree and extensive skills and experience and want to pay $9-12/hour LOL!!! The traffic is terrible and don't even think about living in the far west valley and having to commute via the I10...it's a total nightmare. The freeway infrastructure has not kept
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Re: Rod's 4/25 comment - 5/20/2009
Hello Rod!
To each his/her own! We are all different aren't we? I fell for Phoenix several years ago when visiting during Christmas vacation- I don't mind the heat- what I enjoy is the life that has come to settle here- the atmosphere- I'm a Silicon Valley native and love the area- but the standard of living is just too high! Perfect weather through- which is why the standard of living is high! We can't have it
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The cost of living - 4/28/2009
It appears that the cost of living here in phoenix is much better then it is in NY. the rents and the price of homes are very inexpensive compared to NY. the cost of living overall is much more
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what culture? - 4/25/2009
what culture? there isnt really any culture in phoenix, except for Mexican culture, anything else is non-existent.
if your a Mexican, or illegal then your in the right place.
otherwise, living here for 5 years i can say that phoenix totally sucks!
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