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What BestPlaces Users Say about Minnesota
Minnesota is known for its beautiful lakes, friendly people, and diverse landscapes. It is consistently ranked as one of the best states to live in, with a strong economy, high-quality education, and a variety of outdoor recreational activities. However, every place has its own unique pros and cons, and it's important to hear from those who have experienced living there firsthand. In this case, we will be summarizing user reviews from BestPlaces.net about living in Minnesota, providing insight into the overall opinions and experiences of those who have called it home.
Here are four excerpts from different user reviews about living in Minnesota:
1) "We moved to Minnesota from California and it was the best decision we ever made. The quality of life here is unmatched - low crime rates, great schools, and so many outdoor activities to enjoy. Plus, the people are incredibly welcoming and friendly." - Sarah M.
2) "I've lived in Minnesota my whole life and I wouldn't want to be anywhere else. The changing seasons are something special, and there's always something to do no matter the weather. The cost of living is also reasonable compared to other states." - John S.
3) "I moved to Minnesota for work and I have to say, I was pleasantly surprised. The job opportunities here are abundant, and the cost of living is very manageable. I also love how environmentally conscious the state is - they really prioritize sustainability." - Emily R.
4) "I have mixed feelings about living in Minnesota. On one hand, the natural beauty is breathtaking and there are plenty of things to do. On the other hand, the winters can be brutal and the taxes are quite high. But overall, I'm happy with my choice to live here." - Mark K.
Overall, users seem to have a positive outlook on living in Minnesota, citing its low crime rates, strong job market, and beautiful scenery as major benefits. However, there are also mentions of high taxes and harsh winters as potential downsides. It's clear that everyone's experience in Minnesota will be unique, but these reviews provide a good overview of the overall sentiments towards living in the state.
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Weather in Minnesota - 1/31/2010
I live in SE Minnesota, 20 miles NE of Rochester. Having been a building contractor, I've spent half my working life out of doors (I am 54 years old). I've found that the most people who complain about the weather are the ones that spend the least amount of time outdoors. I like the weather in Minnesota, I find it exciting! We have four distinct seasons. My relatives in Seattle, WA think our weather is terrible and that we live a miserable existance. I, on the other hand, think THEIR weather is depressing - much fewer sunny days. They seem to love it however, so we are all
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Unbearable winters - 12/31/2009
If it wasn't for family I'd have left here a long time ago - I love the other three seasons in Minnesota, but the below-zero temps and lots of snow just aren't worth it
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Overall Rating of Northern Minnesota - 12/28/2009
Northern Minnesota is a wonderful place to live if you are looking for 4 deffinet seasons. Life here revolves around outdoor activities all year long-fishing, hunting, camping, skiing, boating and swiming, you will find it all here. The cost of living is reasonable, there is a good education system and a low crime rate. It is a great place to raise a family. Summer temps range from the 50's and 60's in the spring to 80 - 90 in July and August. Word of warning though - the winters are very cold. It is not unusual for the temps to be below zero for much of January and
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Minnesota overall (I miss California) - 6/4/2009
The state of Minnesota is the most overrated state in the country. The weather is horrible all year around, in the winter it is so cold, your skin freezes in seconds. In the summer it's so hot and humid that I can't be outside at all. Even all year round. The Autism rate in Minnesota is the highest in the country, so I can't raise a normal family in Minnesota. Minnesotans are too nice, and bugs the crap out of me. No one is always friendly in my book. One reason Minnesota is the worst state in the country, Minnesotans call soda "Pop" I don't call soda pop, because I am originally from Laguna Beach, California. Every day I wish I never left California, the only reason I still live here is family and friends. Yes California has earthquakes, high cost of living, but is is better than suffering from horrible Minnesota's year round climate. The climate in California is decent year round, beautiful beaches, and beautiful environment. I wish I never left
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Siberia - 4/15/2009
If you want to feel like you live in Siberia 6 months or more per year then this is the place for you. I don't think NASA even makes outerwear warm enough to feel comfortable in this ice box of a
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Tired of winters here - 4/4/2009
Being a native of MN I can say the only good thing about being here is being close to family. ALL Minnesotans lie about the length of winter to themselves and others. The winters last at LEAST 6 months and may not even be too warm come June. The relentless icy, dark, cold winters stretch on for months on end making the commute to work miserable. The howling wind and below zero wind chills make life here much like something out of a Stephen King movie- where you wait for your spouse to go bonkers, and smash through the door of your room with an axe after the 25th below zero day where you are trapped in your house with bad cable tv. If you look at the demographics people are fleeing this place not moving here- save yourself the trouble and move
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Weather in MN-come here at your own risk - 4/4/2009
I have been a native Minnesotan for 40 years. I can say with 100% certainty that the only thing keeping me here is my family and that is even stretching it. ALL Minnesotan's lie to themselves /others and say the winters only last 4 months and it keeps the rif raf out. Truth be told the winters here last at LEAST 6 months and may not even be that warm come June. The siberian like arctic blast lasts for months on end. The snow and ice never cease, the cold dark days and nights make life like a Stephen King novel-you wait for your husband to jump at you with an axe after your 14th day in January living in below zero temps-holed up in your house wathing cable.If you read our demographics you will see people are fleeing from this North American living ice box. Save yourself the trouble of freezing your a$$ off andd hating every day you have to get up and go to work.. Seek elsewhere unless you drive a dog sled to
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Deep freezer - 3/26/2009
I underestimated the weather in MN. I have been in the US for sometime, visited a few states and this place is tooooo cold for
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