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Salt Lake City, Utah is a major metropolitan area known for its stunning mountain views and outdoor recreation opportunities. It is also home to a thriving arts and culture scene, with numerous theaters, museums, and galleries. In recent years, the city has experienced significant growth and development, attracting a diverse population and becoming a hub for technology and business. With a strong economy and an abundance of outdoor activities, Salt Lake City has become a popular destination for people looking to relocate.
Many user reviews of Salt Lake City highlight the city's unique blend of urban convenience and natural beauty. One user, Ashley, writes "I love living in Salt Lake City! The mountains are practically in my backyard, and there are endless opportunities for hiking, skiing, and other outdoor activities." Another reviewer, Mark, adds "I relocated to Salt Lake City for work and was pleasantly surprised by the city's thriving economy and job opportunities. Plus, the cost of living is much more affordable compared to other major cities."
However, some reviewers had mixed opinions about living in Salt Lake City. One user, Sarah, shares "While I appreciate the natural beauty of Salt Lake City, I have found it difficult to adjust to the predominantly conservative culture. As a liberal, I often feel out of place here." Similarly, Mike mentions "The city is growing rapidly, which has led to some issues with traffic and overcrowding. It's also becoming more expensive to live here, which can be a challenge for some."
Overall, many reviewers have positive things to say about Salt Lake City, emphasizing its scenic location, strong economy, and diverse array of activities. As user Lisa states, "I have lived in Salt Lake City for over a decade and have no plans to leave. It's the perfect mix of city life and outdoor adventure. Plus, the people are friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend it."
based on 95 ReviewsGet to know Salt Lake City with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Salt Lake City
the truth hurts - 3/14/2017
I know that my reviews of your area hurt some people`s feelings but I had to say it like it is.As far as I`m concerned,you created this scene and that means you yes you and you know who you are,so you need to FIX IT!Especially those that were born and raised here that have that typical Utah mentality of,our area is the greatest.You better think twice about that because it is NOT!I will say this though,there are worse places to live.Change has to come from within.If you want the negative comments to not appear then make changes.I dealt with your closed society state for 8 years which I call my years of exile and I simply stated the hard core facts.Facts,not fiction.Feel free to contact me through the
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nepotism unlimited but........ - 11/15/2016
I really wanted to finish my review of SLC only because I wanted to be fair also.I did have some good times there but also had some bad ones as well.I also did get some great working experience from living there.Absolute lack of serious professionalism.The stories about the inversion every winter are all true.Every year I would come down with upper respiratory lung infection and I`m a generally healthy man.I did enjoy the mountains and going up to Snowbird and Park City as well.My biggest complaint was the nepotism that existed there.What is nepotism?Let me explain.Nepotism is when you have several companies that are "family owned"and only the family is going to make it.You are not going to make it.There is not going to be any kind of advancement so to speak.The only company that I worked for down there that was not like this was the Utah Transit Authority.I was so sick of family like the previous story about the bosses son that was an absolute asshole that could have a friend work
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let me tell you about the nepotistic society calle - 11/14/2016
I lived in SLC from 7/15/1980 to 7/15/1988.I know it may sound strange that I lived there exactly 8 years to the day but it is true!My story is lengthy so please bear with me.I`m going to be completely honest with you and tell you the good and the bad only because I did have some good times there and some bad times there also.I moved there because the economy in the Portland/Vancouver area was in horrible shape and I was looking for employment and sad to say at the time there just was not much to choose from.I went to SLC back in 1979 and had an old neighbor who still lives there and will also tell you that he has NO FRIENDS even to this day!I actually was offered a job with a company at the time but had to refuse it because my ex-wife at the time did not want to relocate.At the time I really knew nothing about the area other than it did have some OK job prospects and that was it.One thing is the wages.You either work for nothing or don`t work at all.It is very difficult to make a
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AN HONEST REVIEW OF SALT LAKE CITY - 9/10/2016
I have lived here on and off because OF family and family alone otherwise I'd be gone already. The PROS and only pros are: beautiful mountains, hiking, recreation, beautiful lakes and nature. Ok---if thats enough for you you will love it here. If you care about your health and sanity: CONS:----Extremely superficial people. Every fat Utah housewife drives a $40-50,000 SUV, Lexus or BMW---so if youre a single man moving here be ready to take care of a below-average partner who will expect some very pricey shows of income from you. (Im not being rude, its the truth---these women don't know how to use a treadmill or back out of a parking space yet they all drive a luxury car)---the men all own 20 foot long brand new pickup trucks. The struggle and competition to show WEALTH is suffocating and meeting a genuine person with a smile is next to impossible. Jobs? plenty of them but most of them will fire you based on if you go to church or not (Mormon) and again, if you're a big girl with kids
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People in Salt Lake City smell disgusting and are - 7/9/2015
Salt Lake city is home to some of the most uneducated and foul smelling residents in the United States. I would avoid this place at all costs!!! They natives steal, lie, fight and lack personal hygiene habits. Try Denver and pass on Salt Lake
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Great place to live in 1987 - 5/10/2015
If you are skier,great...go to Park City, if you can afford it.If you are LDS (mormon) move to Idaho.Bad air quality 9 months of the year from Ogden to Provo,the entire valley now days.Did anyone said kids...asthma? Taxes are up and up; property tax,sales tax, gas tax...etc.Road infrastructure does not support the ever increasing traffic anymore.
Avoid living west of 700 East and 3300 South if you have a family.If you intend to move to Draper/Sandy area check deadly radon levels before you buy/rent anything.Rated sixth in 2015 most overpriced real estate in the country due to poor quality homes and overpriced high desert dirt beneath it.Other than that business is good and powder days are
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Inversions - 3/30/2015
The only real negative above and beyond those common to all big cities is the air quality. The inversions especially in the winter are just horrific. There are just too many days where it is like trying to breath mud in the valley. On the other hand if you live in the mountains the winter commute up and down the passes can be nerve wracking, but that is offset by living in one of the greatest places on the planet, the Utah mountains. So the deal is to find work or retire on the mountain and live on it too. Then you have the best of all worlds; nature in all its glory and the culture that a big city affords make this place just about perfect...
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Air Quality - 1/23/2014
Beautiful city when the air is clear. Terrible pollution in the winter. State government will not act to improve air
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