What BestPlaces Users Say about St. George
St. George, Utah is a growing city located in the southwestern corner of the state. It is known for its warm climate, beautiful scenery, and outdoor recreational opportunities. With a population of over 80,000 people, it has become a popular destination for retirees and young families alike. However, with any place, there are always varying opinions on what it's like to live there. In this context, we will summarize and include user reviews from the website BestPlaces.net about living in St. George, Utah.
One user, named Jack, had a positive experience living in St. George, stating, "I moved to St. George a few years ago and I absolutely love it! The weather is perfect, the views are breathtaking, and the people are friendly." Another user, Susan, also enjoys living in St. George, saying, "I've lived in many places across the country, but St. George is by far my favorite. The cost of living is reasonable, the crime rate is low, and there are so many fun things to do." These reviews highlight the climate and community as major positives of living in St. George.
On the other hand, not all user reviews were as positive. Mary, a former resident of St. George, had this to say, "I lived in St. George for a few years and I couldn't wait to leave. The traffic is terrible, the cost of living is high, and there is not much to do besides hiking and golfing." Similarly, John had a similar experience, stating, "I moved to St. George for a job opportunity, but I regret it. The city feels very conservative and there isn't a lot of diversity. Plus, the housing market is out of control." These reviews highlight potential downsides to living in St. George, including traffic, cost of living, and lack of diversity.
In summary, user reviews on BestPlaces.net about living in St. George, Utah are mixed. Many users enjoy the warm climate, beautiful scenery, and friendly community, while others criticize the high cost of living and lack of diversity. Ultimately, it seems that living in St. George may be a great fit for some, but not for others.
based on 75 ReviewsGet to know St. George with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited St. George
The red rocks are amazing, however... - 11/28/2016
I love living in southern Utah. My family actually moved to St. George from Cedar City (which is also beautiful, but that's for another day) about 3 years ago. I'll admit there was some adjusting to the heat, but we couldn't be happier here. There is so much to do: hiking, swimming (sometimes both at the same place), fishing, theater, arts, golf, tennis, etc.
There are drawbacks too. For one, the heat can get a little intense for some , but I always tell people that everywhere you go has air conditioning and there are hundreds of pools and splash pads throughout the city. Plus, spring begins 2 months early and warm weather lasts right into November.
The other thing that is kind of a drawback is that if you are active at all, red dirt gets everywhere. But I notice it more than most because I'm a carpet cleaner (stgcleanestcarpets.com).
Anyway, all in all, I would say St. George is a great place to live. Although maybe I should've told you how horrible it is so that
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Do your homework - 5/5/2016
I have lived all over the world including Canada and South America and quite a few places in the States so have lived in different cultures and feel I can be fair in my assessment of St George. I was attracted to Utah as a teenager because of the non drinking, non smoking etc lifestyle that I preferred and wanted a change from the heavy drinking etc culture of Great Britain and France where I was raised. My husband and I are loners so being accepted by the local Mormons is not important to us as we make a living outside the state and do some work in Southern Utah.My husband is an International sculptor with pieces in several countries in public places. In between commissions he does custom stone work on homes and buildings and charges a third to a quarter less than local tradesmen. He turns up when he says and gets the job done and does not gouge people and that is very different from the local tradesmen who have poor work ethic and if you are non mormon they will purposely leave
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Don't move to St. George, UT - 4/6/2015
We moved here 10 years ago and can't wait to move. The school system is one of the lowest in the country. If you're not Mormon, you will not fit in. I thought the house prices were OK, considering, low heat bills and very low property taxes. The people that are from somewhere else are the friendly ones. The locals do not know how to make eye contact. It's very hot in the summer, though I do like the very dry weather and winter is just a bit to cold. If you must move here, then I would rent for a year to see if you really like
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Saint George a wonderful place to live - 3/15/2015
Saint George is comprised of many little neighborhoods. I have lived here for 40 years. The climate is beautiful but dry. We really only get two major seasons, summer starts in April and goes until November, Fall lasts from November until the week before Christmas. Cold winter is from Christmas through January. Spring starts February to April. the spring is beautiful but windy. The crime rate is low. There is one predominate religion. The cost of living is average. We have a 4 year university. The people are quite friendly. Because of the beautiful weather Saint George hosts many outdoor events all year long. Saint George is a wonderful place to raise a family. I am moving because my adult children found jobs in the
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Return to the Dream of the 1950's- early 1960's - 11/27/2014
Utah police are trained in Saint George with the result of a plethora of police presence mostly on BIKES! They patrol the streets at night. It is safe to walk downtown historic district anytime of night or day. People are amazingly friendly and helpful. There is a good cross section of shopping. Women's fashions at Ace Hardware. AKA Hurst General Store, is shockingly good. AT the high end is Dilliards which has a better assortment of clothing than in stores around high density Salt Lake City. The red bluffs are all around. The horizon views are beautiful enough to cry over, even from the Walmart parking lot. The schools are safe and caring albeit with a SRONG Mormon bias. You will get stares if you wear a cross necklace, for example and the teachers keep Books of Mormon on their desks and teach students that coffee is "a drug." Apart from the the DRAMA departments of all the High Schools are outstanding. There is even one High School that is dedicated to it, Tuachan. There
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#sosick!! - 2/13/2014
St. George is soooo awesome! there is tons of stuff to do if you like outdoor stuff. there are tons of mountain biking trails and hiking trails all over the place. st george is so beautiful, the red rock is amazing. also there are TONS of off roading trails and places to go, its just as good as
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