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What BestPlaces Users Say about Springfield
Springfield, Missouri is a city located in the southwestern region of the state. It is known for its rich history and cultural attractions, including the Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World and the Dickerson Park Zoo. With a population of over 167,000 people, Springfield offers a diverse community with a variety of neighborhoods and amenities. However, as with any place, there are pros and cons to living in this city. Here are some user reviews from BestPlaces.net that reflect the experiences of individuals living in Springfield, Missouri.
According to user "Sara" who moved to Springfield from Texas, "Springfield has truly become my home. The people here are genuine and kind, always willing to lend a helping hand. The cost of living is affordable and there are plenty of job opportunities in various industries." This highlights the welcoming and affordable nature of the city, as well as the availability of employment opportunities.
On the other hand, user "John" has a different perspective. He writes, "The traffic in Springfield is horrendous. The roads are poorly planned and constantly congested. It can take me over an hour to get to work, which is only 15 miles away." This shows the downside of living in a growing city, where traffic and road infrastructure may not be able to keep up with the increasing population.
User "Jane" shares a positive experience, stating, "I love the weather in Springfield. Summers are just hot enough and winters are mild. There are also plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy all year round." This showcases the favorable climate and opportunities for outdoor recreation in Springfield.
However, not everyone is satisfied with the weather. As user "Mark" expresses, "I hate the humidity in Springfield. It's unbearable and makes it difficult to enjoy outdoor activities in the summer. I would much rather live in a drier climate." This highlights the personal preference aspect of living in Springfield and the trade-offs that come with it.
Overall, the user reviews on BestPlaces.net showcase a mix of positive and negative aspects of living in Springfield, Missouri. From the welcoming community and affordable cost of living to the traffic and climate, it is clear that the city has its strengths and weaknesses. Ultimately, it is up to the individual to weigh these factors and decide if Springfield is the right place for them to call home.
based on 74 ReviewsGet to know Springfield with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Springfield
Family-friendly, nice people - 4/24/2008
Like any Midwestern town, Springfield is full of friendly people and is a great place to raise kids. It's safe, and cost of living is pretty low. But pay is low compared to other cities in the region. The climate is ever-changing, so if you don't like the weather, just wait a day or two. It will completely flip. If you're in the healthcare field, there are two large hospitals so you will likely find a good job. From what I've heard, the schools here are so-so. As part of the bible-belt, Springfield is home to some extreme religious groups. You can't go downtown on a Saturday night without running into protestors with signs reading "The Party Ends In Hell". No kidding. Nothing ruins a fun evening out like strangers shoving religion down your throat. I'm Christian, but if I wanted a lecture on the Ten Commandments, I'd go to church, not outside of a bar. If you're liberal, you may feel out of place. The majority of people here are pretty conservative. After living here for 4 years, I've
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What I've experience in Springfield - 4/24/2008
Living in Springfield for 4 years, I'll tell you what I've experienced while living here. Like any Midwestern town, the people are very nice and its a great place to raise kids. If you like a variety of weather, this place is for you. The weather changes everyday, it can be hot and humid one day and cold and windy the next. However, since moving here, I've had terrible trouble with allergies. There are two large hospitals, so if you're in the healthcare field, you're likely to find a good job. From what I've heard the school systems are so-so. In the center of the bible-belt, it is home to some extremist religious groups. You can't go downtown on a Saturday night without running into protestors with signs reading "The Party Ends In Hell". No kidding. Nothing else ruins a fun evening out like strangers trying to force religion down your throat. I'm Christian, but if I wanted a lecture on the Ten Commandments, I'd go to church, not outside of a bar. If you want to live in a nice, safe
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Thinking of moving - 4/4/2008
My family currently lives in Illinos, about 20 minutes from St. Louis, MO. We are considering moving to Sprinfield, MO for a career change. I'm just curious about the type of town Springfield is. I've been researching statistics, but I would like to hear more from people who actually live there.
Is crime a huge problem? What are the school systems like? What are the best or most desireable parts of town to live in? Or, are there towns nearby that may be more desireable?
I would love to find a place with a little bit of land so my kids can run wild, what areas would be the best to look?
Any information will be greatly
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Springfield, MO - Pros/Cons - 2/10/2008
Pros:
1. Low crime rate
2. Excellent school system
3. Low cost of living and housing
4. Affordable place to live
5. Stable economy
6. Home to 5 or so colleges, including Missouri State University
7. Lots of recreation nearby in the Ozarks
8. An overall good place to live
Cons:
1. Huge meth lab problem, as pointed out by other reviewers
2. It is largely religious, so if you're an Atheist you generally won't fit
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Recreation - 1/2/2008
Springfield has some of the best places close by to do all kinds of recreation. Everything from hiking, biking, running, fishing, camping, boating, etc. The beautiful rolling hills to the south provide much needed time outdoors and the many shops in Springfield and the Branson area are excellent. Overall, a great place to
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cost of living - 9/3/2007
Cost of living is relatively low but the wages in the whole are are lower than in most parts of the
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Gang/crime problems - 4/19/2007
Recently, the downtown area has been afflicted by so-called "gangs." I have lived in Springfield all of my life, and have never felt threatened by gangs or violent crimes. The gangs that reside in the downtown area are mostly high school kids who want to feel apart of something. They usually intiate fights with each other, and keep strangers and the public out of it. The best thing to do is just call the police. However, that's one big problem with Springfield; it takes the police 30+ minutes to respond to reports of public fights and disputes. The police force in Springfield is too focused on drinking and driving (which is a problem, don't get me wrong) as well as the local pot smokers to respond to things that are an imminent threat to public safety.
I've had to call the police 3 or 4 times due to fights in the downtown sqaure area, and once, it took them an hour and 15 minutes to respond. By that time, the fight is over and most participants have scattered. Due to
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A little bit of everything.... - 2/28/2007
As general rule about climate, expect the unexpected. Being in the middle of the country, we are subject to the conditions of all the other regions. Weather is unpredictable and drastically changes from year to
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positive about springfield - 1/4/2007
Have been reading mostly negative comments about Springfield for the last year, so thought I'd chime in. Have lived in the area for 15 years, after growing up in chicago and spending many years in southern and northern california. so first let's say that springfield is a small big city. we have one of everything you need, and continue to add amenties to improve life quality. downtown revitalization is going gangbusters, and colleges offer plenty of culture. also, only 3 hours from st. Louis or KC if you need a big city fix. Crime is increasing, as the city grows, but still SUPER SAFE place compared to any larger metro area. Yes, there is a meth problem; but you have to be vigilant. yes, it is overwhelmingly white and conservative, but diversity is on the increase and with that comes more liberal outlooks. to everyone who is leaving, that works for me. I don't want to live in a real big city; springfield is 'just right'. (by the way, I am a non white, non christian
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Meth Labs - 12/13/2006
I have lived in Springfield 4 years now and have had to move twice due to meth labs. I lived by W. Chestnut and S. Scenic. The police when we called them never did arrest anyone at the first house after a year of complaints. We were just told that the family was being investigated. The second house after my kids smelled the foul odor coming from the same house for the third time the cops finally got there and arrested them. The house that we were in at the time also was making my family sick. We couldn't figure out why we kept coughing and the kids were keeping bronchitis. I did some research after a policeman came to our door looking for somebody. Our house was rented previously to a meth dealer and it had soaked into the walls. We also lived in an area showing by the Greene County Sheriff that we had 10 sexual predators within a block of us. Springfield isn't a good place to live. As soon as I graduate my family and I are moving. The traffic is awful. The housing is low, but be
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