What BestPlaces Users Say about Albuquerque
Albuquerque is the largest city in New Mexico and is known for its beautiful desert landscape, rich Native American and Hispanic culture, and vibrant arts scene. It has a population of over 560,000 people and is home to many popular tourist attractions, such as the Sandia Peak Tramway and the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.
Albuquerque is a popular city for people looking to relocate, but what do actual residents have to say about living there? According to many user reviews on BestPlaces.net, it seems that opinions are mixed. Overall, many residents appreciate the diverse culture, warm climate, and outdoor activities available in Albuquerque. However, there are also some concerns expressed about crime rates, traffic, and job opportunities.
One user, named Sarah, says, "I've lived in Albuquerque my whole life and I love it. The weather is great and there is always something new to explore. The food is amazing and the people are friendly." This sentiment is echoed by another user named Maria, who states, "I moved to Albuquerque for college and ended up staying. I love the city's blend of cultures and the fact that there's always something to do, whether it's hiking, checking out a new restaurant, or attending a cultural event." These reviews highlight the positive aspects of living in Albuquerque, such as the weather, diverse culture, and abundance of activities.
However, not all reviews are as glowing. One user, Michael, expresses concerns about the city's crime rates, saying, "I moved to Albuquerque for work and I'm not a fan. The crime rates are high and I don't feel safe walking around at night. I also struggle to find job opportunities in my field." Another user, named David, also touches on the issue of crime, stating, "There are some great things about Albuquerque, but the crime rates are concerning. I wouldn't recommend living here to families with young children." These reviews bring up valid points about safety and job opportunities in the city, which may be important factors for those considering a move to Albuquerque.
In summary, user reviews about living in Albuquerque are diverse, with some praising the city's culture and outdoor activities, while others express concerns about crime rates and job opportunities. Ultimately, it is important for individuals to consider their own priorities and conduct thorough research before deciding if Albuquerque is the right place for them to call home.
based on 253 ReviewsGet to know Albuquerque with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Albuquerque
How soon can I leave? - 2/22/2008
The judiciary in New Mexico is a joke. Criminals are violent and drug use is rampant. Innocent people are beaten to death in their own homes. New York City no Albuquerque. The courts coddle the criminals and the penal system has a revolving door. Don't believe anything you read in Forbes magazine or the city's chamber of commerce. There are not enough police and even if there were the judges let the crooks go free. Unfortunately I have lived here 14 years and I will leave this state for a safer place as soon as I am
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ABQ after two years - 1/15/2008
We bought a house outside of ABQ just about two years ago. We moved out of Phoenix, because Phoenix IS everything that some people here accuse ABQ of being: hot, dirty, crime-ridden, overpriced for the underpaid, etc. I lived in Phoenix for 35 years; so I know what I say when I report that ABQ is pretty much what Phoenix was like 30 years ago, before it turned into LA West. Compared to places like Phoenix and LA, ABQ is inexpensive, clean and comparatively safe.
Last summer was so mild and dry that we only turned on the evap cooler in late June (don't have AC in our newly built custom home - and don't need it here.) I seem to recall that it was in the 90s, which I consider to be spring weather. The locals have a really skewed sense of temperature and act like 70 is hot. Winters are relatively mild for a place where the locals think 70-something is hot, but cold and snowy for my taste. It's warmer and less snowy than the winter of 06-07, but it's barely gotten out of the
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The Duke City - 1/15/2008
I have lived in Albuquerque for two years now. I moved from Phoenix Arizona. Starting out with the pros, the city has some beautiful architecture and a great 300 year old history. It seems that there is always an event being planned by the city and live music can be found at some point on every plazuela in the city. If you are latino (like myself) there are a million things to do that honor our culture. The National Hispanic Cultural Center is the largest organization of it's kind outside of Latin America. Albuquerque is well connected to the rest of the nation via many transportation options to include our road network and the International Sunport. Options abound for the nature enthusiast, as the trailheads to the Sandias are no more than a ten minute drive from downtown. Just north of ABQ is the nations oldest capitol, home to the oldest church, house and government building in Santa Fe. If you like history and culture, northern New Mexico should not be missed as we always extend
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Teaching is very Discouraging in New Mexico - 1/3/2008
I moved here from a tenure track state and NM has NO Tenure for Public School Teachers. They will hire you short-term which does not guarantee that you will even be considered for re-hire. I have gone for interviews in Albuquerque and the schools are over-crowded.
I interviewed at one High School and was told that I would have 40 students per class. Forget about a rewarding career in Education in New Mexico. I don't know why Governor Richardson is boasting about our Education here in New
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Public Transportation - 12/31/2007
Although Albuquerque has public transportation, they could do better. One of the biggest problems is the schedules are constantly changing. The changing schedules make it hard to make public transportation your first
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Where to look for Jobs - 11/4/2007
Where are the majority of jobs located in Alq? I have heard the East side. Also, and local agencies for job placement would be helpful.
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Know where you're going - 11/3/2007
Hey, another thing that bears mentioning is that this is not a liberal city, fair number of Christians, and you will meet lots of folks from Texas. The current US Rep. is commonly regarded as one of the most corrupt Republicans, which is saying alot. I'm very liberal myself and am here to tell you that ABQ is not a half-mil version of Santa Fe or Burlington. The reason you move here is to get a foot in the door, to make your move to Santa Fe easier, or to go UNM. That's why I moved here, and I'm happy with it. That being said I will probably move to Santa Fe if I stay in the
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What are you looking for? - 11/3/2007
Like everyplace else there is bad and good. I'm a ex NYC-er so trust me when I say the Nob Hill nabe is the only part of the city that's walkable and interesting. Cost of living? Fantastic, $530 for a 1 BR incl. utils. Crime, yep we've got it, mainly car theft. Weather, brilliant, tons of sunshine, lotta outdoor stuff near by. Traffic, good compared to everyplace else I've lived (NY, Seattle, LA). Food, great if you like New Mexican or Mexican.
So the pros are: low cost of living, great weather, good university.
The cons: the drivers here are the worst, they will tailgate you doing 80 when there's not another car in sight. Not exaggerating, it's pretty bad. Also not the most sophisticated place. But I do give it a thumbs
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