What BestPlaces Users Say about Spokane
Spokane, Washington is a mid-sized city located in the eastern part of the state. It is known for its beautiful natural surroundings, vibrant arts and cultural scene, and affordable cost of living. In recent years, it has been experiencing significant growth and development, making it an attractive place for people to live. However, as with any city, there are mixed opinions about living in Spokane. Let's take a look at what some users have to say about their experiences living in this particular place.
Here are some excerpts from four different user reviews about living in Spokane:
1) "I've been living in Spokane for over 10 years now and I have to say, it's a great place to raise a family. The schools are good, the cost of living is affordable, and there are plenty of outdoor activities to keep you busy. The only downside is the traffic can get pretty bad during rush hour." - Emily W.
2) "I moved to Spokane for college and ended up staying because I fell in love with the city. There's always something going on, whether it's a music festival or a new restaurant opening. It's also a very bike-friendly city, which I appreciate. My only complaint would be the lack of diversity, but I hope that changes in the future." - Alex M.
3) "I've lived in Spokane my whole life and I have to say, it's gotten a lot better in recent years. The downtown area has really improved and there are more job opportunities now. However, there are still some areas that can be unsafe, so it's important to do your research before choosing a neighborhood to live in." - John B.
4) "I moved to Spokane from Seattle and I have to say, I love it here. It's much more affordable and the people are friendlier. Plus, you can't beat the outdoor recreation opportunities. My only complaint is that the winters can be brutal, but the summers make up for it." - Sarah K.
In summary, Spokane may not be for everyone, but it seems to be a popular choice for families, students, and those looking for a more affordable and laid-back lifestyle. While there are some challenges, such as traffic and safety concerns, overall the reviews are mostly positive and highlight the city's charm, community, and outdoor offerings.
based on 146 ReviewsGet to know Spokane with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Spokane
Rating Spokane: - 10/26/2010
I grew up in Spokane and lived there for 29 years.
The Cons: Crime rate is not what you would think. A good deal of vehicle and home theft, petty crime. Winters are long and cold. In fact, if you are looking for a warm place to live, forget Spokane. It barely gets warm here until after July 4 most years. Not a lot of rain and most years for a city so far North, not a ton of snow, but they can get dumped on some years. Not a good place to start of move up in a career, a much better place to end up or to retire. Mostly caucasian. Not the most diverse place to live, for sure. Little to really see or do here if you are not into the outdoors and outdoor recreation.
The Pros: If you like the four seaons, cold/cool cloudly weather, this is a good place for you. Good schools. Good, diverse colleges. Very nice downtown compliments of Expo 74'. Reasonable cost of living, but not cheap by any means and more on par with the rest of the U.S. in housing costs now.
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Thinking of moving - 10/2/2010
I am originally from SoCal, moved to NM for my hubby to go to school cheap (he is now a paramedic and further going to school for his RN), and now we are looking to move to the Northwest where we can raise our family, including our autistic daughter, and experience snowy winters, cool springs/falls, mild summers, lots of nature/hunting/camping/fishing, and be able to live kinda close to the workplace. The workplace in my husband's case would be a private ambulance service (like AMR) or a hospital, preferably with a fully equipped ER and surgical department. How are the hospitals out there? Are they pretty advanced and technologically current? Are they large city hospitals or small community hospitals that are limited in the patients they are able to treat?
I would greatly appreciate anybody who can answer these questions.
One other issue was the Autism Insurance Reform bill...does anyone know if the governor there is any closer to enacting that bill? Or is it gonna sit on
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Big small town - 5/17/2010
Spokane is a wonderful mix of small town values and big city ammenities. Love the four distinct and equal seasons, cultural and community events, outdoor activities and good
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Life Long Resident of Spokane Wa! :) - 2/27/2010
I was born in Spokane in 1959. I love it here! I appreciate the 4 distinct seasons, the lower than average cost of living, and the stability of the housing market here. I have raised 5 children here.Housing trends here are far more stable than much of the country. You can view my blog at www.SpokaneRealEstateVoice.com to see the latest statistics.
BethAnn Long
Coldwell Banker Tomlinson
509-362-4607
www.BethAnnHomes.com (website) search homes for sale in Spokane
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Spokane, WA good place to live - 2/9/2010
Lived in Spokane for for 19 years, great place to raise a family, great schools (espec. Mead District), awesome outdoor activities (lakes, mountains), but very difficult to find a job to support a family. It is a huge service industry city, with a large medical community, but for the average middle class, is difficult to find a job over $35,000. Loved the four seasons, although Summer is short, so party hard on the hot
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Clash of the climate changes - 2/2/2010
I have lived in Spokane on and off for nearly forty years. Spokane gets cold, and it gets snow every year. Unfortunately, it seems to be just temperate enough not to get LOTS of snow each year, and some years (this one included 2009-2010) the snow doesn't stay on the ground for more than a few days. Spokane gets four seasons, which I enjoy along with many folks here.
One of the favorite passtimes of residents is complaining about the weather, instead of the streets which are in horrible shape for a large
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Wonderful Place to live - 1/14/2010
Having lived in Seattle for 34 years, then moving to Spokane 10 years ago, I would never go back. Spokane has more than 6 months on sunny days, 4 distinct seasons and the people are great. Check Crime Statistics for Spokane County to check out the crime in an area you are interested in. Traffic is almost not traffic compared to Seattle. The cost of owning a home is in the "reasonable" area and it simply is a good place to live. If you want to visit the "big city of Seattle" it is only 4 hours away and it is an easy drive. The outdoors are a big draw and over 30 Golf Courses within miles of Spokane. Simply a great place to
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Spokane weather - 12/10/2009
After living in Spokane for a year, I mostly like the weather here. The winter last year got pretty cold a few times, but compared to Alaska where we moved from, it wasn't bad. We got a lot of snow, but again, it wasn't that bad. The summer was
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Slow pace living - 11/26/2009
I moved here thinking I was moving to the sticks, but I was pleasantly surprised to find a nice place to live. I am a minority and the area is mostly Caucasian populated. At first I was worried that I would not fit in but most have treated me fairly, even though I initially walked around with a chip on my shoulders.
The schools are excellent and the economy hasn't been hit too hard by the current financial collapse. There is plenty of outdoor activities, such as hunting, fishing, and snow activities. The air is great and the landscape is nice to look at.
The only negative thing I come up with is that there are not many big retail
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