What BestPlaces Users Say about Cincinnati
Cincinnati, Ohio is a major city located in the southwestern region of the state. Known for its rich history, diverse culture, and booming economy, the city offers a variety of attractions and opportunities for its residents. However, like any city, there are both positive and negative aspects of living in Cincinnati. In order to get a well-rounded understanding of what it's like to live in this particular place, it is important to look at user reviews from a variety of perspectives.
User Reviews:
1) From user "JohnDoe", "I have lived in Cincinnati for over 10 years and I absolutely love it here. The people are friendly, the food scene is amazing, and there are always new events and festivals to attend. The cost of living is affordable and there are plenty of job opportunities. I can't imagine living anywhere else."
2) On the other hand, user "JaneSmith" shares a different experience, stating, "I moved to Cincinnati for work and have been disappointed with the lack of diversity and the high crime rates in certain areas. The cost of living is also higher than I expected. I'm looking to relocate soon."
3) Another user, "CincyNative", gives a local perspective, saying, "I was born and raised in Cincinnati and I have seen the city go through some major changes. While there are still some rough areas, overall the city is thriving and there is always something new to discover. The sports teams and riverfront area are definitely highlights."
4) Finally, user "TravelBug" shares a unique perspective, having recently moved to Cincinnati. They state, "I relocated to Cincinnati from a much larger city and I have been pleasantly surprised. The cost of living is significantly lower and there is still plenty to do. I've also noticed a strong sense of community here which has made the transition easier."
In summary, user reviews about living in Cincinnati vary, with some praising the city for its friendly people, affordable cost of living, and diverse culture, while others express concerns about crime rates and lack of diversity. However, most reviewers agree that the city offers a variety of opportunities and attractions for its residents. From a local's perspective to that of a recent transplant, it seems that Cincinnati has something to offer for everyone.
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Cincinnati - 2/19/2008
Cincinnati.. The people in Cincinnati are die hard sports fans. The Reds and
Bengals a few yrs back moved into very nice new facilities. Cincinnati has
many nice museums and a strong arts scene. Cincinnati has a weak job market.
Cincinnati has long been polarized along racial lines. Cincinnati has a high crime rate. Cincinnati takes pride in its famous chili. Cincinnati is also a place you can find god German dining. Cincinnati is home to a huge annual
Oktoberfest. Cincinnati has a nice zoo. Nearby, King's Island is a big theme
park near Cincinnati and popular with
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Unbelievable or believable, just another city high - 9/9/2007
I'm finally going to get the chance to relocate but to my super big disappointment I can't seem to pin-point a city that isn't high in crime and with a good city bus system and with a zoo and allot of other fun things to do. I live in boring So IL but and you might hear about someone being shot just every great once in awhile although it's a college town and there is some amount of property theft. I live just outside the city limits and can walk down the street at night with only a little worry but my day to day life is so monotonous I can hardly stand it. I suffer from depression. I've needed a total new environment for the longest time but now I've the chance to move where can I go and not have to be afraid to go there? Any help is appreciated. thanks Here's what I want: city with a pretty good zoo, attractions and fun things to do, not super high in crime, natural and historic beauty and as few big insects as possible. And if it were a Democratic state that would be good
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What?? - 8/1/2007
I'm not sure which part of town all the reviewers live in, but I feel like I'm reading about a completely different city with most of their posts. I have lived in Cinicinnati for 13 years. My husband and I are both "outsiders" with no ties to the city whatsoever. We moved here when we were newlyweds and found it to be a great city. Now we have 3 children and still find it to be a VERY friendly city and great place to raise a family. We do live in Anderson Township, which is on the East side. There are definitely a lot more natives on the West Side, but over here there is a good mix of people who grew up here and transplants. I'm not really sure how anyone could not call this area
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"Locals Only" - 7/1/2007
I moved here (northern KY) 2 years ago for a job. I've lived all over the US and felt unwelcome here right off the bat. The first question you'll be asked is "What high school did you go to?" If that high school isn't located in the tristate area, be prepared to be ostracized. I got tired of chasing down people to attempt to socialize with them, listening to narrow minded, conservative thinking, and having almost no fitness-minded women to choose from for dating. Cincinnati is truly a fat and ugly city.
The job went south recently, so it's time to move on. I wish I could pack up the outstanding bike trails and take them with
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Cincinnati - 6/14/2007
I have lived in Cinci for 15 years, both in closer to the city (Norwood) and in the suburbs (Mason,OH). I really like it here. Probably like many other cities it is easy to find a neighborhood that you can fit in . If you are an artist, Mount Adams will work great, if you are "a professional" hippie try Hyde Park. It's got 4 Thai restaurants in a 4 square block area, an Aveda beauty salon and Birkenstock store. If you are a corporate 'upwardly-mobile' young professional that works at P&G, move up to Mason -- it has all the standard stores, restaurants and condos to fit your 'upwardly-mobile' needs.
Housing can be expensive and if you insist on staying in the city it can also be old and hard to maintain. Just move across the river in Kentucky buy the same house but new and for much much less. You'll just have to driver over the bridge every
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Cincinnati is AWFUL - 6/13/2007
Cincinnati is not a good place to live. The crime in the city is bad, the city's public schools are bad, the job market is depressing and just image that I received my Master degree from University of Cincinnati two years ago and I only make $28,000 a year and companies are not willing to pay more unless you have 5 to 10 years of experience. Downtown is dead on weekends and after everyone leaves their office. People are not friendly and many are just down right racist. This is not a good place to raise a family and I would not move here unless you are ready for high crime, rude and racist people, and poor job growth and poor
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Cincinnati - 6/6/2007
Cincinnati is an excellent place to live. Certainly in mid-America, it is unsurpassed for beauty, charm and scenic views; extensiveness of riverfront and other parks; architecture and historic neighborhoods; and world class symphony, music conservatory, arts, theater, museums, and club and independent music scene. Not to mention fine schools and three major universities in the metropolitan area. This is not just my opinion. Places Rated Almanac named Cincinnati the most liveable city in America in 1993 and it continues to rank high in national publications. In addition, the Christian Science Monitor previously named it one of American's five most liveable cities, Winston Churchill concluded Cincinnati is the most beautiful inland city in America, the New York Times last year named it as a top 10 location for a Spring vacation to see modern architecture, and so forth. Every place has its weaknesses to work on, but Cincinnati's strengths far outweigh
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Speak freely, improve a city - 5/24/2007
The improvement of Cincinnati depends on the people who live here. Whether or not they want to make Cincy a better place to live depends wholy on them and activism. Without changing things in the only way possible (free speech), the town will be mired in an economic slump.Problems in the neighborhoods of our city are not fixed because the only people talking about them are the politicians, not the residents of the very places where the issues occur. In the one sure way in which we all remain Americans, we are all guilty of failure. We speak up in the wrong arena, here online where our voices are but characters on a page. If we desire change we must band together as Cincinnatians, Ohioians, and Americans to use our first amendment right to speak freely about the town that we are losing to our own
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Worst Place to Live in the USA - 5/21/2007
Cincinnati is the worst place to live in the USA. This place is a dump and the violence and racial tension in this city could be cut with a hot butter knife. The quality of life here leaves a lot to be desired. Think twice before moving or even considering visiting here. The only saving grace are the Bengals, Reds, high school football, and Ohio State football and
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