I would recommend Roanoke to just about anyone. I moved here 6 years ago after living in the Washington DC area all my life. There is zero traffic to speak of, the housing is very affordable too. If you enjoy outdoor activities, we have the Appalachian Trail, and tons of other hiking trails in the surrounding mountains and a great paved greenway through the city. (Roanoke was rated the best outdoor city in Blue Ridge Magazine) Like all cities, there is some crime in certain areas of downtown, but Roanoke county and Salem (which borders Roanoke) are very safe. We're begun raising a family since moving here and there is a lot for the kids to do, if you know where to look. Oh, being bilingual is not neccessary whatsoever. There is not a large Hispanic population here, honestly.
Robert | Roanoke, VA | Report Abuse