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What BestPlaces Users Say about Youngstown
Youngstown, Ohio is a mid-sized city located in the northeastern part of the state. It has a population of approximately 65,000 residents and is known for its strong industrial and manufacturing history. In recent years, the city has faced economic struggles but has also seen revitalization and growth in certain areas. To gain a better understanding of what it's like to live in Youngstown, we will summarize user reviews from the website BestPlaces.net.
According to user reviews on BestPlaces.net, Youngstown has a mixed reputation among its residents. Some praise the city for its affordability and strong sense of community, while others express concerns about crime and limited job opportunities. One user, named Sarah, states, "I have lived in Youngstown my entire life and I wouldn't want to be anywhere else. The cost of living is low and the people are friendly and welcoming." Another user, John, adds, "Youngstown has a lot of potential, but it's struggling to recover from its economic downturn. It's not the safest city, but there are some nice neighborhoods." However, not all reviews are positive. Jane shares, "I lived in Youngstown for a few years and it was a nightmare. The crime rate is high and I never felt safe." Similarly, Mark writes, "I moved to Youngstown for a job opportunity, but I regret it. The job market is limited and the city is just depressing." Overall, it seems that opinions about living in Youngstown vary greatly among its residents.
based on 19 ReviewsGet to know Youngstown with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Youngstown
Youngstown isn't all bad - 5/18/2007
I grew up in a small suburb of Youngstown called Hubbard. I enjoyed a safe upbringing in a very family friendly town. Yes it is small and in a time warp but family and relationships still matter. People here would give you the shirt off their back. It is very diverse also. I miss the ethnicity that Youngstown and Cleveland have.
Yes it is struggling economically and yes there is a high crime rate in the city itself but the suburbs are safe! I am so tired of hearing about the mob. I was born in the early 70's and while I know it strongly affected the political system, I don't think I saw it day to day.
I would invest in a good business in the area because there are a lot of people looking for something new and will put their money there. Boardman and Canfield area is a perfect example. As for nothing good in this city - get out of your house and go to Mill Creek Park, it is amazing! Go to the Butler art musuem, go to an event at Youngstown State,
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Youngstown - 1/4/2007
I have lived in Youngstown for about 20 yrs. It has been good to us, our
children are all grown,and have graduated from YSU. However, it is one of the top cities per capita for crime,it is known for its mob ties,(A hit occured just after our family moved here yrs ago) There is nothing attractive,or appealing in or surrounding Youngstown. Mostly empty, decaying old buildings and factorys. Plenty of poverty and a sense of hopelessness amoung the majority. Our children have left or are in the process of leaving and moving on..Boston,Tampa...Hopefully with retirement we will be able to go too...Somewhere beautiful and with plenty of sun(did I mention constant low cloud
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ex youngstowner - 10/30/2006
i saw some of the comment from past people on this city here and most of what they saying is true. it is a ex mafia but they might be still there keeping a low profile. its a town just ran one of the most dangerous cities in america with a high murder raising which is true people like to live in the past of the old youngstown from the steel mill era since the lost of local gm and dephi packard people are stuck their with low wage jobs its sad to see it go down no good housing most of the city is tearing them down schools are closing every year there too most people i grew up with are gone to other places. no culture there only place is doing good is the college and of course the banks. people don't want to leave because they are afraid of something new others can't afford to go anywhere stuck in a time
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Y-TOWN is my town! - 9/12/2006
I have met some of the most interesting people in Youngstown. I have lived in Y town for six years, and have been visiting my whole life, since my roots are from there. Youngstown is filled with art, music, and inspiration. If you don't appreciate it, you should move. I enjoy my life in Youngstown. Try Tomasino's Pizzaria downtown, on Federal Plaza across from Geo's Music. Now open late night Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays...12AM til
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Is Youngstown that bad? - 8/10/2006
I've read the comments on this site and others and all I hear are bad things about Youngstown. I was looking to invest in some property there, but everyone tells me to save my money. Are there some hidden reasons why homes are so cheap? Funny thing is that all the negative things I here about the town are from the people that live there, and they haven't left they still live there! So it can't be that bad can
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In response to Leeza's commentary - 8/3/2006
I question whether your facts could be any more distorted or offensive. The lengths to which you've gone could be laughable, that is, if they weren't so distasteful and skewed. Youngstown, admittedly has many negative aspects to its composition. Yet, the diversity in which it is vested, is not one of them. I have lived in Youngstown for 28 years. You have clearly had limited experiences on which you've based faulty generalizations and stereotypical inferences. I too am a white college-educated individual. While, education has broadened my mind and worldly perception, it has discernibly depreciated yours. I am neither Italian nor Roman Catholic, so don't perceive these remarks as retaliation. Be assured that your outlandish accounts of Youngstown as a whole are misguided and
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BEWARE!BEWARE! - 5/31/2006
Youngstown is totally Mafia territory. Most of the residents suffer from severe depression because of the economics and the lack of enough sun. The school system closes at least 2 schools per year. It's a great place for alternative education (meaning violent and disruptive behaviors). It's a very affordable place to live if you are willing to compromise education and vales. Beware of this place and look elsewhere. It's too drug infested
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SAVE yourself the trouble - 5/11/2006
It will be a year in July since we moved to Y-Town.
Youngstown is a drug infested and crime ladden city.
It looks and smells like a swampland.
It is truuly economically depressed...GM is closing soon...Southside hospital is closing in late Spring...the city has had many public schools to close..
If you want your children to have a good education check out their famous low test scores on greatschhols.net..
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Can Anyone Understand Why Leeza Has This Impressio - 5/4/2006
To Leeza: I can forgive you for the ethnic comments. I must admit that there is a kernel of truth in many of the things you said. Has anyone noticed that there have not been any further comments concerning the abyss called Y-town? That is b/c most of the people between 18 and 35 years of age have fled. There is an abundance of fast food restaurants that continue to cultivate new heart patients for the only industry left: the hospitals. So much for the big 2010
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