What BestPlaces Users Say about Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, Texas is a coastal city located in the southern region of the state. It has a population of approximately 326,000 residents and is known for its warm climate, beautiful beaches, and rich cultural heritage. The city's economy is driven by industries such as oil and gas, tourism, and military operations.
Corpus Christi is a popular destination for people looking to relocate or retire in Texas. Many people have shared their experiences and opinions about living in this city on the BestPlaces website. Overall, it has received mixed reviews, with some praising its natural beauty and friendly community, while others have expressed concerns about safety and job opportunities. Here are some excerpts from four different user reviews:
1) "I have lived in Corpus Christi for over 20 years and I absolutely love it here. The people are friendly, the weather is great, and there are so many fun things to do. I highly recommend this city for anyone looking for a relaxed beach lifestyle." - Susan C.
2) "My family moved to Corpus Christi a few years ago and we have had a great experience so far. The cost of living is affordable, the schools are good, and the beaches are amazing. The only downside is that the job market is not as strong as some other cities in Texas." - Michael P.
3) "I lived in Corpus Christi for a year and I couldn't wait to leave. The city is dirty and there is a lot of crime. I didn't feel safe walking around my neighborhood at night. The job market is also very limited and many people struggle to find employment." - Jessica S.
4) "I have been living in Corpus Christi for two years and I am constantly amazed by its beauty. The Gulf Coast beaches are stunning and there are so many outdoor activities to enjoy. The city is also very diverse and has a rich Hispanic culture. I highly recommend giving Corpus Christi a chance." - Carlos M.
From these reviews, it is clear that Corpus Christi offers a unique and diverse living experience. While some praise its natural beauty and community, others have concerns about safety and job opportunities. It is always important to research and carefully consider all aspects of a city before making a decision to relocate.
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What I think about Corpus christi After 4 years. - 8/16/2007
Let me start by saying I've lived all over. Corpus has a laid back feel about it. It worm most of year and hot and humid during summer months so if this is your thing you will like it. To me I like change in seasons. I don't care much for seeing the same streets and builds day in and day out but for other it's creates a sense of security. But that's part of Corpus Christi. If you are educated, have business interests you would most likely enjoy the great housing prices how ever you may feel insulted by your pay if your from any area like the east coast or Cali. So you take the good with the bad. Many young people tend to get educated and leave somewhere else others feel compelled to stay with family for one reason or other. I've seen better personally and have also seen worse. All in all if you want to relocate somewhere for a few years, visit, or retire, Corpus may be a spot to consider. If you don't have any skills, former education, money, or business experience you may not like it
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Think Twice before you move to Corpus - 7/20/2007
The data provided by this web site and others will not provide you with a realistic view of the City of Corpus Christi. Because the state and local taxes (especially property tax), the high cost of personal insurance coverage for home and auto, and the hidden costs of education are not included in these statistics you will be greatly disappointed when you arrive to this city. This city has little competiton for groceries. One chain dominates the entire town, hiking up food prices. The lack of prosperity in Corpus is connected to the lack of industry (other than tourism). Jobs are attainable but unless you are a lawyer or a doctor you will most likely be working for $5.15 an hour. The crime is also much worse than published. This would include both violent and non violent crime. The unrepaired streets, schools and abandoned buildings are an eye-sore and a safety issue. Unleashed dogs and drug dealers wander neighborhoods. You will just end up wondering where your enormous tax
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Corpus Christi Realtor, ABR, GRI - 5/17/2007
I live in an area of Texas know as "South Texas". Our climate is tropical. Lots of water recreation along the Gulf Coast. Fishing, Surfing, sail boating, etc. Very seldom
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Housing is NOT cheap in Corpus - 5/4/2007
If you think housing is cheap Corpus, think again! You will find any extra money left over from your mortgage eaten up by high property taxes and high insurance rates. Corpus gives you very little for your money when look around at roads needing repair, high crime rates, overcrowded schools, and monopoly grocery stores. If you want to go to work you better be sure that you are a doctor or a lawyer otherwise you are looking at little opportunity and minimum wages. Corpus cannot keep college graduates because they move out of the area to find decent jobs after they
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corpus sucks - 3/20/2007
I have visited corpus. It sounds like a great place. So fun and tropical. When I got there, the place is swarming with illegals who no speckon the english.
The beach, YUCK! Trash, oil, questionable floating stuff???
But, I put on my game face and decided to make the best of it.
I waded in the water for a moment and was knocked off my feet several times by the constant rip tide. So, I did my best to keep to the surface. I noticed a few jellyfish around me, so I went out a little father, to get away from them. I was DETERMINED to boogie board! I was mid-body deep in water, and the jellyfish attacked! I felt painful stings all over my back, legs and arms. The tip tide made it very hard to come back to the shore, and on the way, I stepped on a stingray! Thank God it didn't barb me! I felt it slip out from under me feet, and saw it swim close to the surface when it made it's escape.
I brought vinegar, in case of jelly stings. My Great Grandpa always warned me to
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Education Statistics are misleading, perhaps inacc - 2/21/2007
As the husband of a CCISD teacher and parent of three children who have survived the CCISD system, I have to laugh at the 15 to 1, student - teacher ratio. Are they counting the custodial and lunchroom staff, the administrators, specialist's, para's and secretaries at each school, the bus drivers and perhaps even the district employees who work at the downtown puzzle palace? None of my children have ever had a 15 to 1 ratio. None of the classes my wife was ever responsible for had a 15 to 1 ratio.
It was Will Rodgers, Mark Twain or someone else who stated: "Figures don't lie, but liars figure." I would urge anyone using the data to verify it independently by speaking with teachers privately. I also advise the folks at BestPlaces to cross check their data.
Bob
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Love this weather! - 2/19/2007
As the entire Country is either have flash floods, 12 feet of now, fires, tornados, hurricaines and worse, we enjoy beautiful year around weather. Over 30 years ago our area experienced a pretty severe hurricaine which had contractors building safer and sturdier homes when replacing those destroyed. Out of everything bad something good can happen and Corpus Christi has been working and continues to work to improve infrastructure, boom has been on for new homes and more people come to our area when they discover our Corpus Christi which the secret is out that we have lots of opportunities and year around fantastic weather surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico. Affordable living, friendly people and lots of growth will be taking place when more and more visionaries find
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Visionaries Wanted Here! - 2/19/2007
I bought my Island home and moved to Corpus Christi, TX 5 years ago because I saw a City with great opportunities if you came with an open mind, an entrepreneurial spirit and vision.I grew my business. Made friends. Increased my investment in my home and am now looking to buy a bigger home. This is a great City with still very reasonable home prices to be either right alongside of or very near the Gulf of Mexico. Terrific restaurants and inexpensive fun activities taking place all over the City which are listed in our Weekender section of our Caller Times.Volunteer activites and welcoming to get involved whatever your interests. Friendly folks who will return a smile if you have one to give. Great distance to travel to San Antonio, Austin, Houston or even Laredo for a day or weekend, yet not live in all the hustle and bustle. Anyone can go to an over populated area that pays more than our City in various careers, find you need to live outside the City because you can't afford to
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Corpus Christi isn't Utopia, but what city is? - 2/6/2007
True, CC has its problems but overall it's a nice place to call home. Mild winters, relatively low cost of living and mostly friendly locals makes CC an inviting and hospitable location. The local Chamber Of Commerce and City Council have reasons for wanting to keep its growth slow, too much all at once would make it a boom town and it would lose its charm. Nobody wants or needs a Miami
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Just say "no" to Corpus Christi - 1/18/2007
Lived in Corpus Christi from 1977-1989 would never consider living there again. High unemployment, low pay, rust, oppressive humidity. Palm trees are
pretty to look at, but they don't put food on the
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