Left Chicago almost 30 years ago..I now live in rural farming community in Michigan..Where I started a successful business in the dairy industry. As a single woman, the safety, sense of community, incredible low cost of living.... is what I appreciate now!
Left Pittsburgh Pennsylvania 8 years ago moved to Phoenix az love it here my daughter's are with me is well out west is it California, Nevada ,new Mexico, Colorado , Washington state Oregon and other parts of the west coast
In 2005, left Vicksburg MS and moved to Marietta GA bc I knew I wanted better for me and my children! Best decision but was scared of the unknown. But God made the way for me and showed me what steps to take. Landed good job, went back to school and bought my first home....still here and thriving!! All praises to the Most High!!
An awesome video! I am also military. I've visited and lived in over 40 countries, including most large US cities. From what I've experienced, most people focus too much on the macro issues and don't give enough credit to the small things, such as the importance of a social life. I'm now 55. When I was in my 30-40s, I felt comfortable knowing that I could find a full social life almost at will; believe me, when you get older, finding good friends is difficult; there are only so many bars, churches, sporting events, and festivals you can attend. I currently live in Northern Virginia, but my social life is global. This didn't happen overnight. I have worked on it for the past 15 years. I have seen so many people that are lonely and depressed because they thought their partner would always be their social buddy. I got news for you, people die, friends fade/move away, and divorce happens ever-increasingly. Your ability to maintain or extend your social life wherever you go may seem like a small, easy thing to do, but without putting in the work, it gets complicated when you suddenly find yourself alone-not trying to trigger anyone, just my $.02.
Wow, you are so right. Folks don't seem to realize people die, etc., everything you mentioned. I've also realized anymore that many people don't seem to want to socialize as they once did. I supposed because in some ways, they're less willing to trust considering the atmosphere, the headlines. Seemingly folks are for the most part only interested in the familiarity of the clicks they've always had. Even something as little as speaking, and if you try to initiate a friendly 'hello,' they seem to react as if you're weird. Crazy...
Like you I have been living and working overseas most of my life, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, UAE, Bahrain, Germany, France, London, S. Korea, Belgium I loved living abroad but my Father is not doing well and I must return to the U.S. Can you please tell me the best place to live in America as a Black female. My dad is in Newark NJ and I don't want to live in New Jersey. Are property taxes expensive in VA? What zipcodes should I be looking at there? I am trying to find a community with walking trails to get him moving.
One reason people are relocating has been completely ignored. I relocated for the weather, and ONLY the weather. I'm retired, not looking for a job, and my only child is grown. I moved simply because I got tired of being cold.
Leaving from - 1: Chicago 2: Los Ángeles 3: Detroit 4: St. Louis 5: Cleveland 6: Jackson, MS 7: Milwaukee 8: Baltimore 9: New York / Newark 10: Philadelphia Moving to - 1: Metro Atlanta 2: Houston 3: Metro Dallas (honorable mention: San Antonio + Austin) 4: Minneapolis 5: Seattle 6: Las Vegas 7: Orlando 8: Phoenix 9: Columbus, OH 10: Charlotte
Before relocating ANYWHERE, to start, ensure you have: 1. An understanding of vital state and county laws, including criminal, tax, and real estate laws. [You'll be surprised how many archaic laws are still on the books. Research heavily.] 2. A profitable profession, i.e. bus. owner, IT, RN, .. . 3. Reliable transportation-- 2 modes if possible 4. An excellent public school system for your children [based upon U.S. standings, not state; the best state school may still be behind the national standing--- exercise caution] 5. Thoroughly researched the demographics and cultural enrichment opportunities to broaden horizons if desired --Good Luck
Exactly! With that being said, alotta people need to stop moving to Atlanta! You need a GOOD job to live GOOD there and some of our people lack the education to truly flourish there.
Any group that moves from one location to another en masse (while maintaining the same culture/politics/world view) eventually recreates the very environment they were trying to get away from in the first place.
I left Chicago in 2001 and moved to Orlando. I was there for five years before moving to Las Vegas in 2006. Stayed there until 2017 headed to Edmonton. Moved back to Las Vegas which was fine until 2020. People leaving California relocated to Vegas driving the housing cost up, the violence has increased along with a massive homeless population.. So after 2022 we will be moving to Rwanda.
I left Baltimore eleven years ago, the best decision I've ever made, moved to Dallas, so many doors opening for me, and counting. The crime, schools, and lack of opportunities is why I left.
I ran at the first opportunity to leave Chicago and moved to Charlotte in 2020. BEST decision ever!!!! Chicago is literally out of control. Yes, crime is everywhere but it is on a different level there. Get out fast if you can.
I left Chicago 18 years ago. It was bad then and it's horrible now. I would never move back there and I don't know not one person jumping at the chance to live there.
@@KarmaSandiego I think in order to truly enjoy Chicago you have to be able to afford to live in the areas we didn't discover until we were grown. River North, etc. Otherwise DANGER!! LOL
@@laryanryan9170 is Atlanta paying you? How is me not liking Atlanta offending you? Also I'm thriving in The Bay Area, the most expensive and commerce driven market in the country, how is that losing? Bruh, how are you mad at an opinion?
@@KingTone510 Don't come for me little boy. I'm retired and enjoying my life living in a nice area in Atlanta. I travel the world and can live anywhere I want. I'm a retired financial advisor and everyone zone know in Atlanta are doing very well. If you're doing well for yourself that's good for you. Just because you didn't like Atlanta you don't have to hate. That's all I'm saying. Usually when people hate on Atlanta it's because they came here expecting something to happen without doing the work to get there.
@@laryanryan9170 funny, I didn't recall asking who you are, nor where you're from, and I don't care at all about anything you did. What do you want from me, attention? Here you go (👀) that's me looking at you in admiration. Now that I've given you what you wanted, can you please evaporate from my comment, and find someone else to troll?
I moved to Phoenix AZ in 2018, and the rent has soared within the past few years. You can't even buy a house out here anymore due to the bidding wars and the people from California moving here and paying cash for homes. Now, on another note, Phoenix does have alot of jobs. You will be able to get something pretty fast. I got a job here before I moved here. There are tons of jobs on Indeed. They generally pay better over here than on the East Coast. The weather is great. Its sunny majority of the year, but can get up to 120 degrees during the Summer (dry heat), and maybe 40s-50s during Winter. But, the rent is beyond ridiculous right now. My rent went up $450 within 2 months. The average rent for a decent spot is around $1600 plus. There is plenty to do here, especially since you are 4 hours away from Vegas and California. And it's recreational here too. There are many spots to purchase MMJ legally. With all that being said, Phx is more for families. There are alot of couples and families here. So if you are in a relationship, married, etc, I think this could work for you. If you are single, probably not as much. The dating scene isn't great. I am now single and work remote. So I decided to move to a smaller city In AZ that is way cheaper. There is nothing to do here, but it's only a few hours away from Cali, Mexico, PHX and Vegas. But no matter where you live, I would recommend everyone check out remote work and move to a smaller, cheaper city, if possible. Every state has a smaller, affordable city that you can move to.
@@evitathediva371 The West Valley cities of Glendale, Avondale, Goodyear, Peroia, and Buckeye are reasonable for the most part. East Valley cities of Tempe, Chandler, Mesa, and Queen Creek are also good options. Whichever one you choose having your own reliable transportation is essential
I lived in PHX I hated it. Outside of the beautiful views, I couldn’t handle the heat, dry or not, it was unbearable. I also felt like there wasn’t any good paying jobs there. I do understand everybody situation and experiences are different. My experience wasn’t the best and I honestly gave it all I could and kept an open mind as well.
@@VLJ10 It's only 3.5 months of intense heat. The rest of the year is glorious weather so how can you not like that? At least you tried so I can't knock you for that. It's not for everyone
I knew Orlando was going to be on here. Born in and raised in Miami Florida and now I am moving to North Carolina 30 min outside of Charlotte. Praise be to Yahweh that l am closing in my first home in 2 weeks.
I’m Mexican and from Dallas. My job requires me to drive all over Dallas and the massive DFW areas. I’ve seen new neighborhoods pop up and mostly black families move in. Very nice to see and also very nice people that waive high or say hello as I go through.
@@mzsgt99 just trying to point out something positive. Don't be a chumpette and bring a negative connotation to this. I'm from Oak Cliff and no all of Dallas isn't like that. Your speaking to an OG youngster. Have a nice day.
The thing about Population growth & people leaving cities like LA Chicago NewYork & Detroit, the new cities people are moving to will soon become like the cities they left !
@@joyhappy3461 Alot of these new "BLACK" cities, especially in the south, are still as racist as they were at the begining of The Great Migration....and minniapolis? with the George Floyd affair Filando Castille, etc.??
@@joyhappy3461 so is Indianapolis, I’m from Gary, Indiana & Chicago & I’ve seen how people moved from Chicago & Gary to Indianapolis & tore it clean up 🤦🏾♂️
I understand why a lot of us are leaving these big cities but rather than leaving in mass we need to fix these neighborhoods. Preserving our black neighborhoods in these major cities is important for wealth and power as well. Being from Harlem it sucks seeing what was once seen as the black Mecca not look so black anymore.
I think we get so frustrated with conditions not changing that we just figure. Why bother? That is part of the reason that at least for now I haven't moved out of NYC. I see non-black people moving into my neighborhood everyday.
Moved to Houston several years ago from Missouri. I'm NEVER leaving! We should be leaving Cincinnati and Pittsburgh as well. Your hometown may be slowly killing you. Find the setting that gives you and your family energy.
I live in Missouri now and hate it!!! I tried Texas and I didn't like it. So I'm still trying to find that place that provides that good energy. So happy you and your family found it.
Correct me if I'm wrong however thought Raleigh N.C. is the fastest growing city currently??? The research triangle which includes Chapel Hill and Durham is BOOMING. I miss Gaithersburg MD. which is noted as the most diverse city in the U.S. A 23 year career in the Navy has allowed me to see much of this world. I encourage every young person after high school to leave wherever U grew up and go see this big old WORLD!!!
Yes Raleigh is the fastest growing city because of the tech companies relocating here. However, Charlotte is seeing major growth with new jobs. Raleigh has much better schools than Charlotte but Charlotte has a lot more to offer from a things to do standpoint. Raleigh cost of living is very high and only getting higher. People are homeless and living in the woods off the I-540/Capital Blvd exit because they could no longer afford rent. It's only getting worse with Apple and these other big companies relocating all their employees here with salaries averaging 187k.
I've lived all around New England, Vegas 2x, FL, AZ, WI, NC, Mexico, UK and traveled to many other countries. Finding a place that feels safe and like home for black folks is serious business.
I was born and raised in Dallas. I have lived in New Orleans, Brooklyn, Atlanta, and most recently Philly. Me and my spouse have finally settled in Orange County, Cali. We relocated from Philly at the beginning of the pandemic. We just bought a house near Irvine/Laguna Beach. We are in HEAVEN. Yes the real estate market/ real estate taxes are expensive, but I wouldn’t trade the peace, quality of life, and beautiful outdoors for anything in the world at this point of my life. What I would have found boring in my 20s/30s, I am discovering that I love those same things in my early 40s. Pristine streets and architecture surrounded my the ocean, mountains, and nature? My Black ass is never leaving if I can help it.
What is it like in New Orleans? And is it safe for families with young children? I want to move out of ohio so bad mostly because I am sick of the mistreatment because I am in a biracial relationship and plus other stuff. But I don't know where to go.
As a black guy that wanted nothing more than to escape from the Atlanta area in high school and return home to Boston, I can’t believe ATL is on the desirable list, but to each their own.
Keep in mind they said Metro Atlanta. The city of Atlanta and some of the suburbs are just as bad as anywhere BUT at land has more black middle class people spread out in it's suburbs thanks pretty much any other metro, except for maybe Metro DC
I left Baltimore eleven years ago, the best decision I've ever made, moved to Dallas, so many doors opening for me, and counting. The crime, schools, and lack of opportunities is why I left.
Hello my fellow Baltimorean. I just moved to Dallas (by the leading of the Lord) from Baltimore. I didn’t know I had to leave. God opened up a job opportunity here in Dallas and I almost didn’t take it. MOVING TO DALLAS WAS THE BEST DECISION I COULD HAVE MADE FOR MY FAMILY
@@TAJMUSIC81 great, I hope Dallas brings much success to you. It's different from bmore in many ways but no matter how hard it got, I could never move back even if I wanted to.
A couple cities not on the list that we sleep on: - Research Triangle (Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill) - Greater Jacksonville - Tampa - Richmond - Nashville - Columbia, MD
We are also leaving the Continent for West Africa. We are tired of the fact that the Laws here in North America, do not and never applied to Our People.
I moved from Cherry Hill, Nj (philly metro area) to Dallas, Tx. I will never move back to jersey. Even tho i miss the cheese steaks and chinese food 😢. Texas has been really great and cost of living is way cheaper than up north. 🇨🇱
As a black man, I highly respect your presentation and representations of the black families with a black male with his black woman influence. We as God fearing men are here, yet are being overlooked in many areas of society. I here thank you and appreciate you for such a representation of us. I pray for such a family of my own and by His grace, I will represent 🙏🏿 strong.
I am from Mississippi. In 2003 I joined the military. I was stationed in San Antonio, TX which was beautiful. I was stationed in the DMV/DC area. I refuse to live anywhere else. I live in Loudoun Cty, VA. This is the wealthiest county in America based on median income. The housing is wonderful but not cheap. I just built a home and the value has increased 13% in 8 months. Look here.
The Great Migration has really been going on for 15-20yrs now, but for those moving south or in other cities in the south, it will drive the cost of living up eventually
I moved back to Atlanta GA May 2021 after 10 yrs and due to so many people moving to Georgia. The cost of living has really went up and the crime!! Do your research before moving to Atlanta GA.
H-town bay-bah. I moved to Houston from Philadelphia in 2006 and haven’t regretted a single moment. It’s really about what you’re looking for. I was seeking lower housing cost, employment opportunities, good/safe schools for my kids, safer city and lower taxes. Houston delivered on all of the above. The people here are very friendly. Houston (and all Texas cities) are progressive politically, but beyond the suburbs is usually Trump country.
@@matthewmontalvo5066 Katy is a distant Houston suburb. Great schools out there. It’s conservative politically but not storm-the-capital type. More George Bush types. I considered moving there but wanted more diversity and also being closer to downtown. I-10 West outta Houston is the widest freeway in the world…for a reason. A lot of traffic heading towards Katy. If you’re looking to move to Katy, you will like it…especially the part south of I-10. North of 10 is lower middle class and has its rough spots. LOTS of good jobs around Houston, no State income tax, and lower cost of living. Come visit first to get a vibe.
Very accurate list. New Yorkers and Californians are spreading far and wide. Los Angeles and Las Vegas were my former home but moved to Atlanta to raise a family. Lived in Charlotte too but higher taxes than Atlanta. Houston is a great fit as many are educated but too humid for me. For me Atlanta is a great fit. Also Atlanta and Columbus are the only 2 cities where you can still purchase a decent home at 200k within 30 miles of downtown.
I'm NOT sure why Columbus, Ohio made this list..I LIVE here and they do NOT have affordable housing. It has shot up like crazy average home is 400,000 for a 2,500 sqf house.....apts are 1,400 average for 1 bedroom....no it is is NOT accurate for my city. 200,000 is in the hood where NOBODY wants to live on the Southside (south of German Village) ..you go west you at the hilltop and bottoms horrible area..you go north you paying 300,000 for a 2 bedroom 1,800 sqf house in Clintonville at the closest Worthington and Westerville. You go 30miles out you are looking at trouble 😂🤣
I had a black appraiser give me a good appraisal on my home in Chicago and when I moved to Hawaii I started a small business and have became very successful
Informative video. I wouldn’t recommend anyone move to Minnesota until you’ve come to visit in the months of January and February. The winters are long, below freezing, and depressing. You literally have to be born in it to survive. I’m moving for sure 2022 to Houston or Dallas and I can’t wait!
You right about that..I live in Indianapolis & I see weather reports & Minneapolis is 20 degrees colder than indy...I be thinking,who can handle that weather
Born and raised in Dallas be prepared for our summers. Dallas heat burns you to death. Houston heat suffocate you to death lol Both areas are cool though. Plenty of jobs and some affordable places to live. Hope u enjoy whichever city you decide
@@j.r.6094 my cousin lives in dallas, was raised there & a few years ago she told me she was thinking of relocating because the summer is so hot you don't even wanna take your kids to the park. She compared it to our winters where I live.
@@callenjohnson81 Yes summers are HOT, and I mean VERY HOT. Even at night its high 80s and muggy but the winters arent bad like today it was almost 80 degrees which is great for Dec. It will get in the 50s tomorrow then back to high 70s next so thats the trade off
From what I've been reading in the comments people have their personal opinions about various cities but I won't let that discourage me from finding what can actually benefit me.
Been living in Vegas for 16 years and it’s NOT affordable anymore. The average 1 bedroom apartment for rent costs $1800 and wages here aren’t improving.
A few years ago, I used to watch various shows on HGTV and they featured Vegas a lot often showing move-in-ready houses and condos at a base range of $90,000 to less than $175,000. I should have known it was too good to be true.
You are absolutely right. But Vegas is more affordable then California. I have family in Vegas & I'm in California, the influx of people from California has caused Vegas prices to rise
@@80s4everever it was true about 10 years ago. I met an Uber driver and be sold his house in NY and bought a whole neighborhood of 6 houses in vegas. He said they threw in one house for free as no one was buying then.
I moved from Memphis to Houston..."THE BEST DECISION " love love love HTOWN. IF YOU WANT TO MAKE MONEY....AND WILLING TO WORK HARD AND GET PAID GREAT..HTOWN is for you! Change your mind set or just stay where you are. Don't be afraid to get out the boat..just keep your eyes on Jesus.
The prices for everything in Atlanta is getting out of control. I moved back to upstate NY from Atlanta 2 years ago and it was the best decision for me. It's a great city to visit but I wouldn't want to live there again.
Let’s not leave out that many African Americans are making an Exodus back to Africa as well. Some countries include: Ghana, Gambia, Tanzania, Uganda just to name a few. There is a big world out there and great opportunities to flourish on the continent.
Yeah, the blacks that don't know how to be real Americans and be blessed, ok. I hope they don't get caught up in a possible recolonization of Africa that's being talked about, but through the Chinese Asian influence. Then they'll want to beg themselves back to America, haha. There's problems to solve and deal with everywhere so the smartest thing to do is learn to overcome them.
I want to move to Africa but I might be too old and the language barrier might be an issue. I am think what can I do there to survive. What can I invest in for a living?
@@rosebellcarter2695 age is a mindset… you can still go if you desire ! You can invest in real estate, agriculture or technology those are the big things that will allow you to flourish
True we have to create our own home and life. I like living in diverse communities of culture. I cannot live in an all white or black neighborhood. I am from California
EXACTLY...And I want to ultimately build in a country in either West or East Afrika....I definitely want to live in an All Black or at the very least A Predominantly Afro/Black Populated Country. I have absolutely No Problem Living With Only Afro /Black Diaspora People.
I live in LA and have been here for 73yrs. It is now so corrupt and hard to live in. Traffic is crazy and leadership here is terrible. I have been to Charlotte and thinking of moving there.
L.A., the place of my birth and the city I've spent my life in save a few years in college and some time in Europe, is truly awful now. It's too expensive. It's overcrowded. It doesn't protect the working class. Thus the reason for our huge homeless population. I tell people it's become a cruel city. Black folks are something like 9% of the general population but 40% of the homeless population. Make it make sense.
I left Milwaukee 4 years ago after living there all of my life and haven't once looked back. The severe winter cold that makes it feel like you're living in Canada, the poor paying job market, and the cost of living is exactly why I left and have 0 intentions on ever moving back and I don't know why anyone else formerly from Milwaukee would either. It's miserable living there. I've been living in Florida for 4 years now and the move was the best thing to have ever happened to me. The year round warm weather, quality of life, theme parks, attractions, tourism, beaches, and in certain parts of Florida with reasonable cost of living is why I came.
I left NYC mainly The Bronx because of how dangerous it started becoming again. When the housing authority and the neighborhoods are just as it is at night there’s a problem. As a minority it’s also ridiculous to live in NYC unless you live in rent and income restricted residency buildings. And what can be affordable is in the most horrible neighborhoods. I moved for many reasons but piece of mind and safety was strongly a factor
Left the Bronx like 9 months ago to a small town upstate…lived in Pelham Bay which is nice but is was getting to expensive to even buy within 45-1hour from the city, so left….never have experienced such tranquility until now, hope all is well where you moved to !
Left Chicago in 2002, moved to Nashville TN. My kids, we're young then. Didn't want them to see that cold-hearted environment that Chicago has. Been here 20 years. Go, Simeon!
Moved to Charlotte from Chicago not too long ago for the same reasons said in the video. I will say though, I miss how easy it was to find places where black people congregate in the bigger cities. It's a bit harder here. It does feel safer though. And the weather is LOADS better!
It is important to consider not only the city you want to live in but also the politics of the State that you'll be living in. For instance, Houston may be a nice city for us blacks to move to, however Texas as a State is as conservative and republican as they come. And so is Florida.
Republican Texas can be changed if enough Demacrats move to the state. Fulton county where Atlanta is located is a BIG Demacratic stronghold and made a big difference in the last election (two Demacrat Senators were elected) which changed the Senate from Republican control to Demacrat Control! The Georgia Republicans are now trying to control the Fulton County election system, Sad!
To be fair though. Democratic states don’t really care about Blacks either take it from California, Portland, Wisconsin and etc. at least in Conservative states, I know I have some protections as a citizen.
And what's wrong with that, after liberals ruin Detroit, Chicago, and dozens of big cities, moving to Florida was the best thing I'v ever done and should have done it a long time ago, and that includes me voting Republican to keep it this way.
I'm from Northern New Jersey, retired from the military in NC. I can't understand why my family still lives in Jersey. Every time I visit reminds me why I will not move back, I tell them to move down South. My $238k house would be close to a million up North.
The homes and cost of living is cheaper because the pay grade is low where as up here NJ the cost of living is higher and the wages are higher than up north ! I was born in Raleigh NC but was raised in NJ! The south is just not for everyone definitely not me!
I think any place you live is what you make of it. If you travel frequently and are married it shouldn't matter at all. I grew up as a navy brat and lived everywhere. As an adult I lived in Florida, Atlanta metro and moving to Vegas next month. I know I'll be happy because of the attitude I have about life.
I live in Tulsa, Ok and let me just tell you that 10k grant from the Kaiser Foundation has lots of folks moving here that worked remote or wanted to build startups. But, I have been seriously thinking about moving to TX. But, there is definitely hesitation due to the politics, laws, and oh let's not forget about the electrical grid issue.
I lived i Austin for 15 yrs and lol most of that time my social title couldve been "only non white or latino/Hispanic person in the space"...loved my time there and thinking about coming back to Houston
Phoenix is very different than Dallas. They both have good and bad qualities. Both good place with manor fortune 500. Going to be easier getting something high paying in Dallas. You won't feel out of place when you go to the stores in Dallas. Way more cultured toward blacks in Dallas. It depends on what you like. Cost if living is a out the same in both places.
I'm big on Phoenix myself. I like Denver a lot because its pretty and west and healthy living is pushed. In the south we have huge healthy living issues...if u want to be healthy the south is not your go to.
I feel my experience having lived in some cities may add some context to this video. I've lived in NYC, DC, Houston, and Nashville. And to be honest, all cities are expensive in different ways. All cities have sizable black populations. And all those cities are being heavily gentrified. Please don't be fooled, there's no cheap places anywhere in America that offer strong amenities, employment, etc. Nashville and Houston are not as expensive DC and NYC. But it's important to note, salaries are significantly higher in DC and NYC. In the desired parts of Houston and Nashville, rent prices are easily $1700 plus without making comparable salaries to places like DC and NYC. And you often spend way more on transportation costs (gas, insurance, repairs, etc) that you won't have to spend in DC or NYC if you use public transportation. Due to the south not being as cheap as it once was, you won't be saving money necessarily by moving there. While it may seem cheaper, keep in mind salaries are significantly lower. The best way to survive in today's America is collectively, use your networks, family, relationships, etc to help with expenses. If you try to go alone, you'll be forever stuck. Ultimately, I still think it makes more sense to live in high cost cities, there's just more opportunity, just make sure you're strategic. These other cities are rapidly becoming high cost without the same opportunities.
@@TheOriginalCryptoPimp You're not the only one who reads FYI. The most heavily gentrified parts of DC no longer have black residents in large populations, so I'm struggling to see how you can make the assertion that black people are participating in this process. I currently live in DC, the overwhelming majority of DC's black population is in Wards 7 and 8, the least gentrified wards in DC.
I would like to agree, In Nashville the wages aren't compatible with the living standards. I'm originally from the Midwest and moved here at 17 been here for almost 10 years now. I have personally been traveling to look for my next stop. It used to be decent living 5-3years ago but things are starting to change so I'm trying to book it quick before it gets weird. Plus where I am at I never see black people other than going to my alma mata surrounding area and that not always a place to go and hang out at. So... Yeah. I've been looking to goto weird western places. Or a really upbeat place that will give me a very high salary since I'm in tech. If not...I'll be buying a farm where it hot and try to figure out how to start a community tbh
I'm not surprised that Columbus is on the list. It seems that Columbus is the most slept on city in the country. I just moved here from Cincinnati, and I definitely have NO regrets.
@@ladilaty yeah but that’s more of the rural and some white suburb areas of Ohio. You don’t see it in Columbus, Ohio, especially in the black community.
I just left Atlanta, Georgia last year after living there since 2009. Moved to Nova Scotia Canada 🇨🇦 after retiring. Atlanta has experienced a lot of crime lately.
Nice to see people making a better life for themselves. Been in ATL for about 8 years. Not really feeling it anymore, moving on. It has changed a lot just within the time frame I've lived here.
Atlanta has turned into a pure shithole. Just left there this past year. The crime there is ridiculous. Too many of our people moving there to party and turn up instead of trying to prosper.
Yup. Atlanta is not it anymore. I used to live here during some of my high school years. Moved back and now I hate it here. I’m looking for another place to go with my family.
Vacationed in Charlotte 2 years ago, the downtown area, or uptown as locals call it, has brand new buildings on tree lined streets, it is so beautiful. The airport has rocking chairs by the windows, it's so classy and Southern!
Very interesting video! I correctly guessed Dallas, Phoenix, Charlotte and of course Atlanta would be on this list for cities blacks are moving to. I visited 3 of those 4 cities within the past 4 years. I've never been to Charlotte yet. My experiences there were decent, but not exciting. I'm still stuck here in the metro area of Chicago. I want to relocate to somewhere where I have relatives who can help me get around a city I'm unfamiliar with.
I’m from NC and went to college in Charlotte and I can surely say Charlotte has grown tremendously just in the past 10yrs. Its an hour drive from where I stay in the country between Greensboro and Winston Salem. The taxes and cost of living in Charlotte from my understanding is higher than Atlanta now. Charlotte is a great city but I would never want to live there again.
Seattle shouldn't be on the list. I lived there for 15 years before moving to Houston. Seattle is white and Asian. Plus expensive as hell. Not to mention, the weather sucks. Hell it rains 9 months out the year.
15 years, did you make any effort to look at the smaller less expensive towns that surround Seattle? Why do blacks insist on only trying out a new city. There are so many opportunities to create generational wealth in more rural areas.
I live here now and it's not many blacks but I can say the data is correct as there are more blacks moving here possibly due to military. I still want to move but who knows what will happen over the next few years.
I lived in Seattle for 30 years, and moved to Dallas in 2010. It is diverse, however there are corporations and companies, which attract job opportunities. Personally, I know people who lived in Dallas relocate to Seattle for that reason. And weather sucks everywhere. Lol. Seattle is more gloomy than rainy if anything.
I moved to Oviedo FL because it's the quiet version of Orlando. It has lots of green area to look and explore. Plus I work in military simulation and I love it! It's a place where I can nerd out, learn about things, teach and train others with out being called names and/or being mistreated. I can also share my military experiences since I served for 14 years.
I'm a black female and use to live in Oviedo it's a beautiful place to live and raise children I lived there for 6 years and I'm thinking about moving back enjoy
For families, Charlotte should be #1 Atlanta/ Phoenix should be #1 and 2 for dating . But Charlotte is on the come up for entrepreneurs. New money is ready to be made
Let me give y’all the real deal on Atlanta VS Charlotte. I’m a Atlanta native that recently just moved to Charlotte for work, and while Charlotte does have a nice size black population, Charlotte has lacked in things catered to and for black people. But that narrative is quickly changing, their is new black owned Lounges, restaurants and stores springing up weekly here! And not to mention Charlotte is just much easier to live in then Atlanta, Everything is less then 30 min away, the traffic is not too bad (it’s getting their tho lmao) also the Career opportunities here is amazing (pays more than ATL) but all in all when you want to experience the Atlanta “lifestyle” and vibe your a easy 4 hours drive away!! (really 3.5 if you push it) I hope this helps someone with making a decision to move to the Queen City!!
Exactly. I moved to Charlotte a few years ago and it has been a great move. It’s not there yet with Atlanta as far as entertainment but you see it actually growing to get that way. Plus you don’t have to deal with all the traffic of Atlanta either.
I just relocated here from Orlando a few months ago . Definitely a different vibe and I can see it growing daily . The black love is stronger here in Charlotte than Orlando I’ll say that .
Maynard Jackson set the tone (50 years ago) for Atlanta when, as the city's first black mayor, he demanded blacks be included in all city contracts. We were lucky he was the first, as there was no hint of corruption as there is with some current suburban mayors, and he fought for blacks instead of enriching his own pockets. He had to leave town to find a job after his term was up because he disrupted the good old boys network.
anderr, terrific observation on the forgotten Maynard The Main Man Mayor Jackson! Amazed you recall him. Was going to lunch one day with this very reserved Bostonian African American woman. Mayor Jackson stepped into the elevator, and she melted into a giggling schoolgirl. He was a charmer, who listened more than he talked. He was preceded by two progressive mayors (Allen, Massell) that were fiscally conservative and socially liberal...a rarity these days. In just 10 years, they got a rapid-transit tax passed on a referendum, and had the subway system running in 8 years. The city, though, has lost that look-ahead vision. Current mayors have not been as concerned that the streets were kept clean and safe. GM and Ford, closed huge assembly plants in the 1990s. It was also, challenging to build an efficient grid-city, over a maze of winding streets on heavily forested and very steep hills. That were basically, old Cherokee and Creek traveling paths along current-day Peachtree. There is still, a geographic disconnect, longstanding....The indigenous people on the eastern side of current-day Peachtree, had little interaction with the indigenous villages on the west side. Because, waterways east of Peachtree, oddly, flow into the Atlantic Ocean. On the western side, the waters flow into the Gulf of Mexico. West side of Peachtree, sharply rocky and steep, and industrial. East side, more gently rolling hills, close to the Appalachians. PS, when I lived there, I always liked the sound of "Hartsfield Airport". Jackson's name, takes away the cadence, of the familiar un-hyphenated airport name.
🗣 We full in ATL!!! I mean FULL FULL 😂 Traffic is horrendous! Mass transit is antiquated and limited. Did I mention we FULL?!?! 🛑 Stop 🛑 No more people allowed 😂😂😂😂😂
@@truthawakes1698 How is that so? Have you ever been or lived in Memphis? The only thing that Memphis has better than Vegas is the quality of water, health care and lower cost of living. Please explain why you think Vegas is worse than Memphis🤔
Black resident in Dallas, and the influx of Californians has surged our cost of living and our housing costs to nearly unaffordable. We're full and traffic is horrendous. Definitely trying to leave.
I moved from Loa Angeles, CA to Charlotte, NC in 2010. I moved for the exact reason the video states. Didn't want to go to Florida and felt Atlanta was getting to crowded. Charlotte has seen such a boom in people moving into the Queen City that our housing costs are starting to sky rocket. It's still much cheaper than NY or Cali.
@@juleslove9814 it was a little different on the beginning as far as job searching went. For instance I noticed what employers looked for here was different than what employers in Cali looked for. Big difference in the vibe which for me was so needed. Of course there things in Cali that is not here in Charlotte but overall my transition was smooth!
@Scorp 83 if you are able to come visit first I wod recommend it. I didn't come to Charlotte for the first until I had to sign the lease on the house I rented. Until then I had never been. I literally moved on a leap of faith.
Dallas Texas is booming for black families. I moved here from Louisiana for a job transfer and I can honestly say there are more jobs than you can imagine here! My wife is a licensed loan officer and I am in sales. Before her license was approved for Texas she was working a full-time stay at home job in payments for Walmart at $16-$18 an hour and that’s just to stay at home on a dayshift at a computer! Not counting how beautiful the metro area is as a whole, it’s much different from Houston! Beautiful weather and quiet suburban living..
I’m in the Charlotte area and I’m about to move. It’s getting crowded and not my cup of tea anymore. If you’re a young professional looking for a smaller metro than other cities around the US it’s good for you and you’ll enjoy it.
this is true cause SC is the destination my family wants to move to from NY....I thought they would list more then major cities in the video but it seems the comment section has the more details
I've been gone from the Midwest, leaving Cincinnati, Ohio 18.5 years ago. I had the choice between Atlanta and Chicago. A no-brainer, I chose Atlanta. By God's grace, I've done nothing but thrive and grow. Whenever I visit Cincinnati, it's like something dies inside. Where I now call home is the right environment for me.
If I don't like Texas i would go back to my State Massachusetts. I love Boston but the weather is too cold. Maybe Texas would be great for me. Any advice please ...
@@mariamaba9220 you've got to decide what it is YOU really want in a place of residence, what matters most to you, what are deal breakers, and what you're willing to compromise on. Because you will have to compromise, as no place has everything you want. Then find a place that most closely matches. No place is going to have everything. Cincinnati has great cost of living and jobs, and the only issue you have is that you're bored? Is that really a reason to pack up and move clear across country? I'm guessing by this statement you're pretty young. Look, if jobs are not an issue and you're pocketing more money because of the lower cost of living, you can make your own fun and enrichment. Even if that means you travel a little more, perhaps to places with more excitement and enrichment.
I’m so glad I saw this!! I’ve been telling my wife about Las Vegas. We were excited about Tx and Fl but new laws have deterred us from wanting to go there. Have to protect my kids from the government now these days 😢
In protecting your kids what is it that you are protecting them from? Abortion? Teach them birth control, not allowing sex books or any kind of sex in schools(teach them about sex at home). I’m truly wanting to understand, no name calling or judgement.
What a silly reason, i cant think of any laws that would hurt them as those state most the laws are in place to protect them. Its probably best you stay away if you perceive it that way.
DO NOT MOVE TO VEGAS PLEASE 🙏🙏🙏 ...it is hell on earth not just because of the weather but because the city as a whole is evil!!! It will try to destroy your family, marriage and financial security..they treat locals like trash .. great fun for a lit weekend but don't move there especially if you have a young daughter!!
@@cornpop1760 They banned african american stuidies in colleges and are pushing to mandate changes in learning black history. Even though we teach our own kids our history that is beyond problematic that we were singled out. Most institutionally racist state in America is now Florida.
Lived and worked in Las Vegas for 3 years before I moved back to New York City and retired here. I'm not surprised at the number of black people moving to las Vegas. It's a tourist destination for many of us, even if you don't gamble, no state taxes, yes it's hot in the summer but it doesn't have the humidity that most of the east coast has. If I had to do it again, I would have stayed in Las Vegas and not have moved back to New York City to retire.
@@mikegeee3319 You Def like it Vegas beautiful and growing everyday alot to do here. You'll will love to call Vegas' your new home. Hope to see u around here Good Luck!
I know a few people who moved to Atlanta, but far as people moving out of Philadelphia is not true, in a past few years a lot of New Yorkers are moving in to Philadelphia for lower rent and cheap property.
This is good to know. My husband and I live outside Washington DC and have been discussing where we want to move for a better quality of life and retirement. This presentation inspired us.
@@missdesireindependance5194 I live in Northern Virginia now and have for over 20 years. My family is from North Carolina but I dont want to live there. My husband and I are looking at Tampa Florida or Atlanta Georgia where one of our daughter's lives and another daughter is in San Antonio Texas as well as a sister in Houston. Seeing this presentation highlighting these places, encourages us.
Just a word to the wise. You're talking quality of life and retirement? You'll lose a good 1/4 of that quality life in the commuter nightmares that are all of these locations. Take it from a trucker, find yourselves a good mid-sized or small city that has a regional airport or is within a couple of hours of a major airport for when you want/need to travel.
My guess is " seasoned " is like many Black Folks not sensitive to racism which is really a good thing for us as we are powerless to get rid of the White Racism which has us still in chains figuratively. To my shock, the South remains dominated by the same " White Conservative false Christian values " ( a long term for racism ) that existed prior to the Civil War White People fought to maintain slavery and separate from our Country. So, her suggestion " likely Down South " will surprise Black Folks moving back home from the Progressive North as it has for me living in NY all of my life. So, Black Folks if you don't want to be surrounded by visible racism think hard before moving South. The election of the unfit, lying, sexual harasser and promoter of White Supremacy Donald Trump should be a wake-up call to everyone not White. " They haven't changed and they ain't playing!".
Another resource is to watch the local news via internet to see what day to day life is like in the cities you're considering. Peace, love, and good health to you and yours. Oh and I hope you find your perfect place!
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Do you have plans to move to (or away) from any of the cities stated?
First chance I get, I'm moving out !
From L.A. to ATL. 💕
Heading to Houston next summer!
I would like to move to De Soto Texas, I don't want to leave my wonderful family.
Relocating from Virginia to Dallas, TX “2023”🙏🕯🙏✨⭐️💫💜💜💜
I want to flee the US altogether.
You are not alone. It's getting worse here. I rather live out my life where t am seen as a person as a guinea pig, clean food, healthy living😃
@@zeemc2751 Yes
I also
TOO DAMM HIGH
I'm moving to Tanzania soon. They can have America while, I help build in Tanzania for my next half of my life.
Left Chicago almost 30 years ago..I now live in rural farming community in Michigan..Where I started a successful business in the dairy industry. As a single woman, the safety, sense of community, incredible low cost of living.... is what I appreciate now!
This sounds very close to my hometown, the way you describe it.
Left Pittsburgh Pennsylvania 8 years ago moved to Phoenix az love it here my daughter's are with me is well out west is it California, Nevada ,new Mexico, Colorado , Washington state Oregon and other parts of the west coast
This is amazing, 👌🏾 thanks for sharing!
@@12567NoYouCannot always raining..
Nothing like the country life
In 2005, left Vicksburg MS and moved to Marietta GA bc I knew I wanted better for me and my children! Best decision but was scared of the unknown. But God made the way for me and showed me what steps to take. Landed good job, went back to school and bought my first home....still here and thriving!! All praises to the Most High!!
Good News
You GO, Kim! That’s wonderful.
Surprised ATL is trash now-
You thriving? Where yo man at???
Such an inspiring testimony.
An awesome video! I am also military. I've visited and lived in over 40 countries, including most large US cities. From what I've experienced, most people focus too much on the macro issues and don't give enough credit to the small things, such as the importance of a social life. I'm now 55. When I was in my 30-40s, I felt comfortable knowing that I could find a full social life almost at will; believe me, when you get older, finding good friends is difficult; there are only so many bars, churches, sporting events, and festivals you can attend.
I currently live in Northern Virginia, but my social life is global. This didn't happen overnight. I have worked on it for the past 15 years. I have seen so many people that are lonely and depressed because they thought their partner would always be their social buddy.
I got news for you, people die, friends fade/move away, and divorce happens ever-increasingly. Your ability to maintain or extend your social life wherever you go may seem like a small, easy thing to do, but without putting in the work, it gets complicated when you suddenly find yourself alone-not trying to trigger anyone, just my $.02.
Wow, you are so right. Folks don't seem to realize people die, etc., everything you mentioned. I've also realized anymore that many people don't seem to want to socialize as they once did. I supposed because in some ways, they're less willing to trust considering the atmosphere, the headlines. Seemingly folks are for the most part only interested in the familiarity of the clicks they've always had. Even something as little as speaking, and if you try to initiate a friendly 'hello,' they seem to react as if you're weird. Crazy...
Like you I have been living and working overseas most of my life, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, UAE, Bahrain, Germany, France, London, S. Korea, Belgium I loved living abroad but my Father is not doing well and I must return to the U.S. Can you please tell me the best place to live in America as a Black female. My dad is in Newark NJ and I don't want to live in New Jersey. Are property taxes expensive in VA? What zipcodes should I be looking at there? I am trying to find a community with walking trails to get him moving.
Facts…..
Shortage of water in phoenix
I'm 91 years old and glad that I'm an introvert.
Can't nothing compare to peace and living comfortably.
Amen sista👍👍
Yess
Left the ATL 16 years ago and moved to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex! The end! 😹😹😹💯💜🙏
Well police yourself and you'd have that dam peace ✌️
You got that right! Peace, Quiet, & Tranquility are my roommates & I love it! They don't eat, make noise, or mess up my place.
One reason people are relocating has been completely ignored. I relocated for the weather, and ONLY the weather. I'm retired, not looking for a job, and my only child is grown. I moved simply because I got tired of being cold.
I like the change of seasons. Winter = Cold weather dressing....
😂, nobody got time for that! 🥶❄️🌨️🥶
4:20
Vegas
Thats the main reason I want to leave Detroit. Well I'm right outside the city but its still too cold lol.
Leaving from -
1: Chicago
2: Los Ángeles
3: Detroit
4: St. Louis
5: Cleveland
6: Jackson, MS
7: Milwaukee
8: Baltimore
9: New York / Newark
10: Philadelphia
Moving to -
1: Metro Atlanta
2: Houston
3: Metro Dallas (honorable mention: San Antonio + Austin)
4: Minneapolis
5: Seattle
6: Las Vegas
7: Orlando
8: Phoenix
9: Columbus, OH
10: Charlotte
Doesn’t seem like Black people are moving to Austin 😢
I would move to either Houston, Dallas metro, Orlando, Las Vegas or Orlando.
@@lifelove6164 don't waste your time to any of them , Dallas is all talk, don't believe the hype
@@lifelove6164 - Houston has a lot of opportunity for black women.
@@EvangelistRBColbert especially if you’re in the medical field. Houston is the medical hub of the country
Really informative video on where Black Americans are finding community and opportunities. Eye-opening and helpful. Thanks for sharing!
Before relocating ANYWHERE, to start, ensure you have:
1. An understanding of vital state and county laws, including criminal, tax, and real estate laws. [You'll be surprised how many archaic laws are still on the books. Research heavily.]
2. A profitable profession, i.e. bus. owner, IT, RN, .. .
3. Reliable transportation-- 2 modes if possible
4. An excellent public school system for your children [based upon U.S. standings, not state; the best state school may still be behind the national standing--- exercise caution]
5. Thoroughly researched the demographics and cultural enrichment opportunities to broaden horizons if desired
--Good Luck
Positive and detailed information is always appreciated and refreshing
A great bullet list!!!
Tanya Christian…
Amen. Bless you for your balanced and realistic perspectives. Relocation, is not child’s play. By the way, l live in Arizona.
Exactly! With that being said, alotta people need to stop moving to Atlanta! You need a GOOD job to live GOOD there and some of our people lack the education to truly flourish there.
Don't need #4 so a fifth is eliminated, upping my success!
Gratitude, happy holidays.
Any group that moves from one location to another en masse (while maintaining the same culture/politics/world view) eventually recreates the very environment they were trying to get away from in the first place.
Yep
FACTS!!!!
I just posted something similar! I’m glad I’m not the only one taking notice.
Precisely! Mercy
Yep. Wherever you go "you go with you".
I left Chicago in 2001 and moved to Orlando. I was there for five years before moving to Las Vegas in 2006. Stayed there until 2017 headed to Edmonton. Moved back to Las Vegas which was fine until 2020. People leaving California relocated to Vegas driving the housing cost up, the violence has increased along with a massive homeless population.. So after 2022 we will be moving to Rwanda.
Good Luck! You might want to get an Astrocartography chart done on the exact area you will be moving to.
@@andyokus5735 Thank you so much!
Wow totally interested in how that goes. Wife is from Kenya, I personally love Kenya. Rwanda has a lot going on if you have capital to take advantage.
BET 👊🏿✊🏿
That's awesome! Good luck! I'm looking at Senegal, South Africa and the Gambia.
I left Baltimore eleven years ago, the best decision I've ever made, moved to Dallas, so many doors opening for me, and counting. The crime, schools, and lack of opportunities is why I left.
Some people are bringing their Pookie and Ray-Ray’s with them and the areas they move to are becoming what many are attempting to escape🤷🏽♀️
That's true and unfortunately that's what WE are not understanding you can move ANYWHERE but if the problem is YOU then the problem is STILL present
@@smoothieworld5706
Exactly.
@@smoothieworld5706 unfortunately some can't see what others see in their own mirrors reflection.
This happens with everyone sis, not just black people. So cry tf about it.
@@christopherjohnson3614 Amen so true
I ran at the first opportunity to leave Chicago and moved to Charlotte in 2020. BEST decision ever!!!! Chicago is literally out of control. Yes, crime is everywhere but it is on a different level there. Get out fast if you can.
Please enjoy living in 704 oh yeah it’s ain’t sweet in these streets
I left Chicago 18 years ago. It was bad then and it's horrible now. I would never move back there and I don't know not one person jumping at the chance to live there.
@@ZOE84PATT you say that as if that’s something to be glorified..
@@Tropmouche4 I’m not just saying be careful
@@KarmaSandiego I think in order to truly enjoy Chicago you have to be able to afford to live in the areas we didn't discover until we were grown. River North, etc. Otherwise DANGER!! LOL
Atlanta is overrated. Came right back to Oakland after two years, and I'm doing better then I've ever had before.
The losers are the ones who can't make it in Atlanta.
@@laryanryan9170 is Atlanta paying you? How is me not liking Atlanta offending you? Also I'm thriving in The Bay Area, the most expensive and commerce driven market in the country, how is that losing? Bruh, how are you mad at an opinion?
@@KingTone510 Don't come for me little boy. I'm retired and enjoying my life living in a nice area in Atlanta. I travel the world and can live anywhere I want. I'm a retired financial advisor and everyone zone know in Atlanta are doing very well. If you're doing well for yourself that's good for you. Just because you didn't like Atlanta you don't have to hate. That's all I'm saying. Usually when people hate on Atlanta it's because they came here expecting something to happen without doing the work to get there.
@@laryanryan9170 funny, I didn't recall asking who you are, nor where you're from, and I don't care at all about anything you did. What do you want from me, attention? Here you go (👀) that's me looking at you in admiration. Now that I've given you what you wanted, can you please evaporate from my comment, and find someone else to troll?
@@KingTone510 like I said little boy. Stay in your lane.
I moved to Phoenix AZ in 2018, and the rent has soared within the past few years. You can't even buy a house out here anymore due to the bidding wars and the people from California moving here and paying cash for homes. Now, on another note, Phoenix does have alot of jobs. You will be able to get something pretty fast. I got a job here before I moved here. There are tons of jobs on Indeed. They generally pay better over here than on the East Coast. The weather is great. Its sunny majority of the year, but can get up to 120 degrees during the Summer (dry heat), and maybe 40s-50s during Winter. But, the rent is beyond ridiculous right now. My rent went up $450 within 2 months. The average rent for a decent spot is around $1600 plus. There is plenty to do here, especially since you are 4 hours away from Vegas and California. And it's recreational here too. There are many spots to purchase MMJ legally. With all that being said, Phx is more for families. There are alot of couples and families here. So if you are in a relationship, married, etc, I think this could work for you. If you are single, probably not as much. The dating scene isn't great. I am now single and work remote. So I decided to move to a smaller city In AZ that is way cheaper. There is nothing to do here, but it's only a few hours away from Cali, Mexico, PHX and Vegas. But no matter where you live, I would recommend everyone check out remote work and move to a smaller, cheaper city, if possible. Every state has a smaller, affordable city that you can move to.
I'm looking to move to AZ soon. I'm trying to figure out what Phx suburb I can afford. Can u tell me which ones are afford rent wise?
@@evitathediva371 The West Valley cities of Glendale, Avondale, Goodyear, Peroia, and Buckeye are reasonable for the most part. East Valley cities of Tempe, Chandler, Mesa, and Queen Creek are also good options. Whichever one you choose having your own reliable transportation is essential
@@josephbell2160 ok thank you for the info!
I lived in PHX I hated it. Outside of the beautiful views, I couldn’t handle the heat, dry or not, it was unbearable. I also felt like there wasn’t any good paying jobs there. I do understand everybody situation and experiences are different. My experience wasn’t the best and I honestly gave it all I could and kept an open mind as well.
@@VLJ10 It's only 3.5 months of intense heat. The rest of the year is glorious weather so how can you not like that? At least you tried so I can't knock you for that. It's not for everyone
I knew Orlando was going to be on here. Born in and raised in Miami Florida and now I am moving to North Carolina 30 min outside of Charlotte. Praise be to Yahweh that l am closing in my first home in 2 weeks.
Congratulations
@@francesselafalaise2244 just closed I am so happy
Congratulations!!
Congrats! 🙏🏾🕊💪🏾
It ain't looking to good for the blacks in 😔MIAMI
I’m Mexican and from Dallas. My job requires me to drive all over Dallas and the massive DFW areas. I’ve seen new neighborhoods pop up and mostly black families move in. Very nice to see and also very nice people that waive high or say hello as I go through.
It's always been that way in Dallas what are you talking about??? 🤔
DDD in this thang
But so many people are moving here it is driving up the cost of living. In 8 yrs, I am praying double in rent and due to do many people moving here!
@@mzsgt99 just trying to point out something positive. Don't be a chumpette and bring a negative connotation to this. I'm from Oak Cliff and no all of Dallas isn't like that. Your speaking to an OG youngster. Have a nice day.
Im from Oak Cliff too Ferdinand. I have lived all over the US, but Oak Cliff will always be my home. Salute to you, my Brother.
The thing about Population growth & people leaving cities like LA Chicago NewYork & Detroit, the new cities people are moving to will soon become like the cities they left !
@Dierre Sanders my thoughts exactly!
Dallas is now like that. Once a family oriented sophisticated town is now Ratchet and ghetto thot culture. Class is out the window.
@@joyhappy3461 Alot of these new "BLACK" cities, especially in the south, are still as racist as they were at the begining of The Great Migration....and minniapolis? with the George Floyd affair Filando Castille, etc.??
@@joyhappy3461 so is Indianapolis, I’m from Gary, Indiana & Chicago & I’ve seen how people moved from Chicago & Gary to Indianapolis & tore it clean up 🤦🏾♂️
Yep i live in Las Vegas, the murder rate has rose sent people started moving here in droves.
I'm in Dallas/Fort Worth and maaannn, alot of ppl from California are coming here. Even family that's been there for decades are moving here. Nice
Amy nice single guys out there? I'm from Cali
From Miami FL area and looking to go to Dallas myself. Miami has become a place for the rich, not for working families
I understand why a lot of us are leaving these big cities but rather than leaving in mass we need to fix these neighborhoods. Preserving our black neighborhoods in these major cities is important for wealth and power as well. Being from Harlem it sucks seeing what was once seen as the black Mecca not look so black anymore.
The powers that be allowed the inner cities to crumble then they move in and services become great again
@@tahirhunter IT CAN CHANGE BY GETTING THEM OUT OF POWER. AND WATCHING THEM CLOSELY AFTERWARDS.
I concur 1000%...
I think we get so frustrated with conditions not changing that we just figure. Why bother? That is part of the reason that at least for now I haven't moved out of NYC. I see non-black people moving into my neighborhood everyday.
For real! The time in Harlem when I grew up no longer exists. I miss home.
Moved to Houston several years ago from Missouri. I'm NEVER leaving! We should be leaving Cincinnati and Pittsburgh as well. Your hometown may be slowly killing you. Find the setting that gives you and your family energy.
What's wrong with Pittsburgh?
Houston sucks, from there left and never looking back. Texas culturally is hostile to blacks.
I moved to Houston as well from Missouri!!! Completely different all around!
@@kshenriques Pittsburgh ain’t a city for blacks to prosper
I live in Missouri now and hate it!!! I tried Texas and I didn't like it. So I'm still trying to find that place that provides that good energy. So happy you and your family found it.
Correct me if I'm wrong however thought Raleigh N.C. is the fastest growing city currently??? The research triangle which includes Chapel Hill and Durham is BOOMING. I miss Gaithersburg MD. which is noted as the most diverse city in the U.S. A 23 year career in the Navy has allowed me to see much of this world. I encourage every young person after high school to leave wherever U grew up and go see this big old WORLD!!!
They call Raleigh another D.C. The same kind of highways for example.
Yes Raleigh is the fastest growing city because of the tech companies relocating here. However, Charlotte is seeing major growth with new jobs. Raleigh has much better schools than Charlotte but Charlotte has a lot more to offer from a things to do standpoint. Raleigh cost of living is very high and only getting higher. People are homeless and living in the woods off the I-540/Capital Blvd exit because they could no longer afford rent. It's only getting worse with Apple and these other big companies relocating all their employees here with salaries averaging 187k.
I second this. I went around the world 3 times in my time in the Navy. Definitely opens up your eyes, mind and heart
@@lonewolf2226 Raleigh is nothing like DC. Raleigh has virtually no night life, no sidewalks and no metro rail.
@@unleashthekeish Thank you Keisha! I learned something new!
I've lived all around New England, Vegas 2x, FL, AZ, WI, NC, Mexico, UK and traveled to many other countries. Finding a place that feels safe and like home for black folks is serious business.
I live in the UK. The attitude towards black people is nowhere near as aggressive as in America.
Glad to hear you left Las Vegas 🙏
I was born and raised in Dallas. I have lived in New Orleans, Brooklyn, Atlanta, and most recently Philly. Me and my spouse have finally settled in Orange County, Cali. We relocated from Philly at the beginning of the pandemic. We just bought a house near Irvine/Laguna Beach. We are in HEAVEN. Yes the real estate market/ real estate taxes are expensive, but I wouldn’t trade the peace, quality of life, and beautiful outdoors for anything in the world at this point of my life. What I would have found boring in my 20s/30s, I am discovering that I love those same things in my early 40s. Pristine streets and architecture surrounded my the ocean, mountains, and nature? My Black ass is never leaving if I can help it.
Good luck st boring California. The lack of diversity will catch up with you someday. Absolutely can’t stand San Diego 👎🏽👎🏽
Yup part of reason, I won't leave Bay Area.
True but do you ever miss being around people that look like you?
Those areas are great due to demographics
What is it like in New Orleans? And is it safe for families with young children? I want to move out of ohio so bad mostly because I am sick of the mistreatment because I am in a biracial relationship and plus other stuff. But I don't know where to go.
As a black guy that wanted nothing more than to escape from the Atlanta area in high school and return home to Boston, I can’t believe ATL is on the desirable list, but to each their own.
I thought Boston was racist from all I heard? 🤔
@@Artislife1992 Boston is def predominately white but there are black areas too
Keep in mind they said Metro Atlanta. The city of Atlanta and some of the suburbs are just as bad as anywhere BUT at land has more black middle class people spread out in it's suburbs thanks pretty much any other metro, except for maybe Metro DC
@@Faitholaaaa is nyc a predominantly black or white city ? Which city has more black people oin total out of NYC or Chicago ?
Yes many Black Americans prefer ATL over white ass Boston. Not surprising.
I left Baltimore eleven years ago, the best decision I've ever made, moved to Dallas, so many doors opening for me, and counting. The crime, schools, and lack of opportunities is why I left.
Only thing I don't like about Dallas is this d*mn heat in the summer 😫🥵
@Cobb Channel I also left Baltimore in 1974 and have not look back I came to SF CA at a good time to set my nest up.
Hello my fellow Baltimorean. I just moved to Dallas (by the leading of the Lord) from Baltimore. I didn’t know I had to leave. God opened up a job opportunity here in Dallas and I almost didn’t take it. MOVING TO DALLAS WAS THE BEST DECISION I COULD HAVE MADE FOR MY FAMILY
@@TAJMUSIC81 great, I hope Dallas brings much success to you. It's different from bmore in many ways but no matter how hard it got, I could never move back even if I wanted to.
Texas, You proud you live in Texas lol. Thanks dude I needed that.
A couple cities not on the list that we sleep on:
- Research Triangle (Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill)
- Greater Jacksonville
- Tampa
- Richmond
- Nashville
- Columbia, MD
We are also leaving the Continent for West Africa. We are tired of the fact that the Laws here in North America, do not and never applied to Our People.
What countries in W. Africa? Very curious.
Stop the lies. Very few black Americans are moving to the African continent.😹🤦🏿♂️
Good ill pay for your trip take more with you.
@@jasonhines5524 don't get mad she tried of u white period 🤣 🤪 😂 😒
@@jasonhines5524 no you won't
My family and I left Philadelphia/NewJersey and now living in Georgia. So done with up north. I love it here in Georgia.
GOTHAM CITY IS MINE
I moved from Cherry Hill, Nj (philly metro area) to Dallas, Tx. I will never move back to jersey. Even tho i miss the cheese steaks and chinese food 😢. Texas has been really great and cost of living is way cheaper than up north. 🇨🇱
You moved to STD central. . I left ATL for Boston , MA. The best move ever. .
And still vote Democrat
Well Lexie , you just add more beauty to Georgia 💯
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I am from Mississippi. In 2003 I joined the military. I was stationed in San Antonio, TX which was beautiful. I was stationed in the DMV/DC area. I refuse to live anywhere else. I live in Loudoun Cty, VA. This is the wealthiest county in America based on median income. The housing is wonderful but not cheap. I just built a home and the value has increased 13% in 8 months. Look here.
The Great Migration has really been going on for 15-20yrs now, but for those moving south or in other cities in the south, it will drive the cost of living up eventually
Yep
It already has here in Georgia.
I moved back to Atlanta GA May 2021 after 10 yrs and due to so many people moving to Georgia. The cost of living has really went up and the crime!! Do your research before moving to Atlanta GA.
Georgia's rent is outrageous right now..
@@akeishaharris yep
H-town bay-bah. I moved to Houston from Philadelphia in 2006 and haven’t regretted a single moment. It’s really about what you’re looking for. I was seeking lower housing cost, employment opportunities, good/safe schools for my kids, safer city and lower taxes. Houston delivered on all of the above. The people here are very friendly. Houston (and all Texas cities) are progressive politically, but beyond the suburbs is usually Trump country.
WHAT ABOUT KATY ?
@@matthewmontalvo5066 Katy is a distant Houston suburb. Great schools out there. It’s conservative politically but not storm-the-capital type. More George Bush types. I considered moving there but wanted more diversity and also being closer to downtown. I-10 West outta Houston is the widest freeway in the world…for a reason. A lot of traffic heading towards Katy. If you’re looking to move to Katy, you will like it…especially the part south of I-10. North of 10 is lower middle class and has its rough spots. LOTS of good jobs around Houston, no State income tax, and lower cost of living. Come visit first to get a vibe.
@RUclipsWillBanThisAccount 🙄
@@matthewmontalvo5066 Katy's all hype. To far from the major city for a job. Just my experience.priced to high and I didn't find Katy cultured.
I moved to Texas from DC last December! Originally a Carolina girl though
Very accurate list. New Yorkers and Californians are spreading far and wide. Los Angeles and Las Vegas were my former home but moved to Atlanta to raise a family. Lived in Charlotte too but higher taxes than Atlanta. Houston is a great fit as many are educated but too humid for me. For me Atlanta is a great fit. Also Atlanta and Columbus are the only 2 cities where you can still purchase a decent home at 200k within 30 miles of downtown.
Not anymore since er body & their auntie is moving here. Inflation is crazy right now & higher than the national average. 🥴
200k?? Where Sway??
There are nearly as many people moving to NY and Cali as there are leaving. In/out migration between the states ebbs and flows.
I'm NOT sure why Columbus, Ohio made this list..I LIVE here and they do NOT have affordable housing. It has shot up like crazy average home is 400,000 for a 2,500 sqf house.....apts are 1,400 average for 1 bedroom....no it is is NOT accurate for my city. 200,000 is in the hood where NOBODY wants to live on the Southside (south of German Village) ..you go west you at the hilltop and bottoms horrible area..you go north you paying 300,000 for a 2 bedroom 1,800 sqf house in Clintonville at the closest Worthington and Westerville. You go 30miles out you are looking at trouble 😂🤣
@@shawntaerana you have to go out to other metro areas of Atlanta. They have homes and I mean really nice new homes in the $200,000 range.
I had a black appraiser give me a good appraisal on my home in Chicago and when I moved to Hawaii I started a small business and have became very successful
I’m originally from L.A. and now I’ve been living in the Dallas area for about 6 years now. Love it here.
Informative video. I wouldn’t recommend anyone move to Minnesota until you’ve come to visit in the months of January and February. The winters are long, below freezing, and depressing. You literally have to be born in it to survive.
I’m moving for sure 2022 to Houston or Dallas and I can’t wait!
You right about that..I live in Indianapolis & I see weather reports & Minneapolis is 20 degrees colder than indy...I be thinking,who can handle that weather
I've known this since middle school when we did US geography. I have never even visited Minnesota because of this 😄😄😄
Born and raised in Dallas be prepared for our summers. Dallas heat burns you to death. Houston heat suffocate you to death lol Both areas are cool though. Plenty of jobs and some affordable places to live. Hope u enjoy whichever city you decide
@@j.r.6094 my cousin lives in dallas, was raised there & a few years ago she told me she was thinking of relocating because the summer is so hot you don't even wanna take your kids to the park. She compared it to our winters where I live.
@@callenjohnson81 Yes summers are HOT, and I mean VERY HOT. Even at night its high 80s and muggy but the winters arent bad like today it was almost 80 degrees which is great for Dec. It will get in the 50s tomorrow then back to high 70s next so thats the trade off
From what I've been reading in the comments people have their personal opinions about various cities but I won't let that discourage me from finding what can actually benefit me.
💯. It's all about doing what's best for you. Who knows, you may find a hidden gem that everyone else is sleeping on.
@@thenerdyblackgirljournal8850 Exactly
Visit the city first. Get a feel for it, and go wherever you like. You can always move again if you want to.
@@eggedon6112 Ditto
Agree…
I don't know... Have you done an updated video on this topic? Love to see one because the south is getting scary again.
Been living in Vegas for 16 years and it’s NOT affordable anymore. The average 1 bedroom apartment for rent costs $1800 and wages here aren’t improving.
A few years ago, I used to watch various shows on HGTV and they featured Vegas a lot often showing move-in-ready houses and condos at a base range of $90,000 to less than $175,000.
I should have known it was too good to be true.
You are absolutely right. But Vegas is more affordable then California.
I have family in Vegas & I'm in California, the influx of people from California has caused Vegas prices to rise
@@80s4everever a few years ago condos were that much. My condo was worth $30,000 back in 2016. Now, it's worth $220,000 as of last month.
Lack of water is a big drawback for me
@@80s4everever it was true about 10 years ago. I met an Uber driver and be sold his house in NY and bought a whole neighborhood of 6 houses in vegas. He said they threw in one house for free as no one was buying then.
I moved from Memphis to Houston..."THE BEST DECISION " love love love HTOWN. IF YOU WANT TO MAKE MONEY....AND WILLING TO WORK HARD AND GET PAID GREAT..HTOWN is for you! Change your mind set or just stay where you are. Don't be afraid to get out the boat..just keep your eyes on Jesus.
Amen, I want to move to Dallas! There is a church that I want to join
@@chiquistaash1324 hey is it pastor Tony Evans Church
Same from Memphis to Houston. Love it
The prices for everything in Atlanta is getting out of control. I moved back to upstate NY from Atlanta 2 years ago and it was the best decision for me. It's a great city to visit but I wouldn't want to live there again.
What part of upstate NY?
Crime went up in Atlanta as well.
I found a really cute town in upstate NY too,
and it’s calm, good schools, hopefully they don’t move in drones and mess it up !
I like upstate, everybody talks like they're on a sitcom.
Thank you, now I know what cities not to move to. 👍
Let’s not leave out that many African Americans are making an Exodus back to Africa as well. Some countries include: Ghana, Gambia, Tanzania, Uganda just to name a few. There is a big world out there and great opportunities to flourish on the continent.
A few thousand Africa .... you got to be kidding hahaha
The true Exodus is taking place and I’m loving it! Happy to see my people going outside their comfort zones and living abundantly!!
Yeah, the blacks that don't know how to be real Americans and be blessed, ok. I hope they don't get caught up in a possible recolonization of Africa that's being talked about, but through the Chinese Asian influence. Then they'll want to beg themselves back to America, haha. There's problems to solve and deal with everywhere so the smartest thing to do is learn to overcome them.
I want to move to Africa but I might be too old and the language barrier might be an issue. I am think what can I do there to survive. What can I invest in for a living?
@@rosebellcarter2695 age is a mindset… you can still go if you desire ! You can invest in real estate, agriculture or technology those are the big things that will allow you to flourish
Just don't turn your new city into the sesspool you created in your old city.
Lol 😂
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You are the origin of the cesspool.
@@Iloveswedes non sequitur, your comment does not coincide [make sense] with the original statement. Please explain
As black people we have to create our own.
Check HereAfterFarms by Brother Ben X from the Nation of Islam they are building new Black communities all over the country
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Exactly, definitely longggggggggg overdue!!!
True we have to create our own home and life. I like living in diverse communities of culture. I cannot live in an all white or black neighborhood. I am from California
EXACTLY...And I want to ultimately build in a country in either West or East Afrika....I definitely want to live in an All Black or at the very least A Predominantly Afro/Black Populated Country. I have absolutely No Problem Living With Only Afro /Black Diaspora People.
Theese are all facts. I left LA for Phoenix 5 years ago. Two other friends of mine left Cali for Las Vegas and Dallas.
Do you like Phoenix?
I live in LA and have been here for 73yrs. It is now so corrupt and hard to live in. Traffic is crazy and leadership here is terrible.
I have been to Charlotte and thinking of moving there.
L.A., the place of my birth and the city I've spent my life in save a few years in college and some time in Europe, is truly awful now. It's too expensive. It's overcrowded. It doesn't protect the working class. Thus the reason for our huge homeless population. I tell people it's become a cruel city. Black folks are something like 9% of the general population but 40% of the homeless population. Make it make sense.
I left Milwaukee 4 years ago after living there all of my life and haven't once looked back. The severe winter cold that makes it feel like you're living in Canada, the poor paying job market, and the cost of living is exactly why I left and have 0 intentions on ever moving back and I don't know why anyone else formerly from Milwaukee would either. It's miserable living there.
I've been living in Florida for 4 years now and the move was the best thing to have ever happened to me. The year round warm weather, quality of life, theme parks, attractions, tourism, beaches, and in certain parts of Florida with reasonable cost of living is why I came.
What city/cities in Florida?
Yeah I’m trying to get out of Milwaukee now and move to Orlando
Yes Milwaukee is bad ass hell amd were you think those people trickled in from. Hmmmmm......Chicago lol.
I left NYC mainly The Bronx because of how dangerous it started becoming again. When the housing authority and the neighborhoods are just as it is at night there’s a problem. As a minority it’s also ridiculous to live in NYC unless you live in rent and income restricted residency buildings. And what can be affordable is in the most horrible neighborhoods. I moved for many reasons but piece of mind and safety was strongly a factor
I’m from Brooklyn and live in the Bronx now and totally agree. Looking for somewhere for my children and I to move to now
where did you relocate to, how was the job market?
Who made the Bronx dangerous?
Left the Bronx like 9 months ago to a small town upstate…lived in Pelham Bay which is nice but is was getting to expensive to even buy within 45-1hour from the city, so left….never have experienced such tranquility until now, hope all is well where you moved to !
I’m from Brooklyn and left NY years ago. Best decision ever
North Miami Beach has become very popular because of it's beauty and welcoming spirit!
Left Chicago in 2002, moved to Nashville TN. My kids, we're young then. Didn't want them to see that cold-hearted environment that Chicago has. Been here 20 years.
Go, Simeon!
Moved to Charlotte from Chicago not too long ago for the same reasons said in the video. I will say though, I miss how easy it was to find places where black people congregate in the bigger cities. It's a bit harder here. It does feel safer though. And the weather is LOADS better!
It is important to consider not only the city you want to live in but also the politics of the State that you'll be living in. For instance, Houston may be a nice city for us blacks to move to, however Texas as a State is as conservative and republican as they come.
And so is Florida.
Republican Texas can be changed if enough Demacrats move to the state. Fulton county where Atlanta is located is a BIG Demacratic stronghold and made a big difference in the last election (two Demacrat Senators were elected) which changed the Senate from Republican control to Demacrat Control! The Georgia Republicans are now trying to control the Fulton County election system, Sad!
Agreed because the more the democratic population increases the closer the state comes to flipping.
To be fair though. Democratic states don’t really care about Blacks either take it from California, Portland, Wisconsin and etc. at least in Conservative states, I know I have some protections as a citizen.
And what's wrong with that, after liberals ruin Detroit, Chicago, and dozens of big cities, moving to Florida was the best thing I'v ever done and should have done it a long time ago, and that includes me voting Republican to keep it this way.
@@WHYOSHO exactly it’s kinda dangerous being in a liberal city tbh
I'm good with Phoenix. I live in Houston. But the traffic is getting to be too much. Thanks for sharing.
I moved to Jacksonville. And I love it. Large black population. Close to the beaches. Great weather. Lots of jobs. Reasonable housing.
Is it safe?
@@kaynishaballet Yes it's safe. I haven't had any problems.
@@kaynishaballet certain parts….
What about ft. Lauderdale
@@kishabryan7613 Fort Lauderdale is expensive
Just moved last year from St. Louis to Las Vegas during the pandemic and I’m so happy!🥳💋
Congrats! We moved from STL to CA five years ago. Leaving now though lol.
Congrats, I'm trying to move there too because L.A. is just becoming too expensive for no reason.
@@CobraKaiOwner no damn reason! I have a few friends that are doing well in Vegas from here. It’s just not for me. Gud luck.
I'm happy 4 your peace of mind. When you come back 2 St.Louis 2 visit you got a place 2 stay 🌞
@@CobraKaiOwner everyone from Cali is here! 😊
I'm from Northern New Jersey, retired from the military in NC. I can't understand why my family still lives in Jersey. Every time I visit reminds me why I will not move back, I tell them to move down South. My $238k house would be close to a million up North.
Thank you for your service Lorenzo! You are correct! Some people just hate change and they are stuck! They stay stuck! 🙄smh
The homes and cost of living is cheaper because the pay grade is low where as up here NJ the cost of living is higher and the wages are higher than up north ! I was born in Raleigh NC but was raised in NJ! The south is just not for everyone definitely not me!
I think any place you live is what you make of it. If you travel frequently and are married it shouldn't matter at all. I grew up as a navy brat and lived everywhere. As an adult I lived in Florida, Atlanta metro and moving to Vegas next month. I know I'll be happy because of the attitude I have about life.
Absolutely. It's always what you make out of it.
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I live in Tulsa, Ok and let me just tell you that 10k grant from the Kaiser Foundation has lots of folks moving here that worked remote or wanted to build startups. But, I have been seriously thinking about moving to TX. But, there is definitely hesitation due to the politics, laws, and oh let's not forget about the electrical grid issue.
Avoid Texas at all costs. The grid is horrible. San Francisco is the place to go.
@@eradicator187 Why San Francisco? I know tons of people moving to where I am from the West because they say the cost of living is much too high.
Don't move to Texas
@@eradicator187 San Francisco isn't any better
@@elleselixir people are running from San Francisco to Texas.
I moved from Dallas to Austin. Been in Dallas my whole life. Spent summers with Dad in Houston. Austin is now home and I live downtown and I love it!
I live in San Antonio but Austin is where I would love to be.
@@ShayStone1 I love San Antonio but as a black woman I’ll feel out of place . So many Hispanics
AyoKemi … Blessings to you on this relocation. Happy Holidays to you from Arizona!🌵🎍🎄🌲
@@ShayStone1 … start planning your relocation. Go online to a message board in Austin 😌😇🙂and ask questions which concern you.
I lived i Austin for 15 yrs and lol most of that time my social title couldve been "only non white or latino/Hispanic person in the space"...loved my time there and thinking about coming back to Houston
Philly is not part of the NY tri-state. It’s called Greater Philadelphia, while NY Tri-state is NY, NJ, and CT
Ok I'm already liking this channel. I only want to associate myself with high quality information for now on.
Black America moving back to the South!💯
Exactly especially Mississippi
I moved to Arizona almost 2 years ago from Philly and I love it. I would love to try Texas at some point.
I’m currently in Arizona myself originally from Michigan but I’m ready to try Texas myself too
🤔 I know quite a few planning to go to AZ or already there. Never been
Phoenix is very different than Dallas. They both have good and bad qualities. Both good place with manor fortune 500. Going to be easier getting something high paying in Dallas. You won't feel out of place when you go to the stores in Dallas. Way more cultured toward blacks in Dallas. It depends on what you like. Cost if living is a out the same in both places.
I'm big on Phoenix myself. I like Denver a lot because its pretty and west and healthy living is pushed. In the south we have huge healthy living issues...if u want to be healthy the south is not your go to.
Where in Arizona other than Phoenix?
I feel my experience having lived in some cities may add some context to this video. I've lived in NYC, DC, Houston, and Nashville. And to be honest, all cities are expensive in different ways.
All cities have sizable black populations. And all those cities are being heavily gentrified. Please don't be fooled, there's no cheap places anywhere in America that offer strong amenities, employment, etc. Nashville and Houston are not as expensive DC and NYC. But it's important to note, salaries are significantly higher in DC and NYC.
In the desired parts of Houston and Nashville, rent prices are easily $1700 plus without making comparable salaries to places like DC and NYC. And you often spend way more on transportation costs (gas, insurance, repairs, etc) that you won't have to spend in DC or NYC if you use public transportation.
Due to the south not being as cheap as it once was, you won't be saving money necessarily by moving there. While it may seem cheaper, keep in mind salaries are significantly lower. The best way to survive in today's America is collectively, use your networks, family, relationships, etc to help with expenses. If you try to go alone, you'll be forever stuck. Ultimately, I still think it makes more sense to live in high cost cities, there's just more opportunity, just make sure you're strategic. These other cities are rapidly becoming high cost without the same opportunities.
@@TheOriginalCryptoPimp I hear you, but I don't think your take is true.
@@TheOriginalCryptoPimp You're not the only one who reads FYI. The most heavily gentrified parts of DC no longer have black residents in large populations, so I'm struggling to see how you can make the assertion that black people are participating in this process. I currently live in DC, the overwhelming majority of DC's black population is in Wards 7 and 8, the least gentrified wards in DC.
I agree about sharing experiences
@Kris Young ...Best Comment!!
I would like to agree, In Nashville the wages aren't compatible with the living standards. I'm originally from the Midwest and moved here at 17 been here for almost 10 years now. I have personally been traveling to look for my next stop. It used to be decent living 5-3years ago but things are starting to change so I'm trying to book it quick before it gets weird. Plus where I am at I never see black people other than going to my alma mata surrounding area and that not always a place to go and hang out at. So... Yeah. I've been looking to goto weird western places. Or a really upbeat place that will give me a very high salary since I'm in tech. If not...I'll be buying a farm where it hot and try to figure out how to start a community tbh
I’m from Washington, DC and I’m never leaving for good. The DMV stand up!!!❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥
I'm not surprised that Columbus is on the list. It seems that Columbus is the most slept on city in the country. I just moved here from Cincinnati, and I definitely have NO regrets.
Same! Here from New York
I know it's everywhere but doesn't Ohio have a huge opioid problem? Wasn't it a documentary about it now turning to the heroin problem now?
There are a lot of jobs in Columbus
@@ladilaty Yes
@@ladilaty yeah but that’s more of the rural and some white suburb areas of Ohio. You don’t see it in Columbus, Ohio, especially in the black community.
Now my hometown Houston is becoming too expensive…crime rate is going up as well. 😩
I just left Atlanta, Georgia last year after living there since 2009. Moved to Nova Scotia Canada 🇨🇦 after retiring. Atlanta has experienced a lot of crime lately.
Nice to see people making a better life for themselves. Been in ATL for about 8 years. Not really feeling it anymore, moving on. It has changed a lot just within the time frame I've lived here.
Lived in Atlanta from 2001-to 2010 . Wasn't feeling it anymore now live in Dallas
You're correct Atl has changed in that time frame
Atlanta has turned into a pure shithole. Just left there this past year. The crime there is ridiculous. Too many of our people moving there to party and turn up instead of trying to prosper.
Go further south ( Florida ) or more southwest ( Texas maybe )
Yup. Atlanta is not it anymore. I used to live here during some of my high school years. Moved back and now I hate it here. I’m looking for another place to go with my family.
I was born in Milwaukee and grew up there. I hated it with a passion. So I left the state all together and haven’t been back since.
Well this is Super EASY!!!!!!! NYC to ATL, Charlotte, Raleigh, and Houston
There are a lot of people from NYC in the Atl and Charlotte. But Raleigh is going to be the next city everybody will flock too and Houston is nice❤
Raleigh sucks and don’t get me started with Durham 😂
NYC to any place except San Francisco.
Vacationed in Charlotte 2 years ago, the downtown area, or uptown as locals call it, has brand new buildings on tree lined streets, it is so beautiful. The airport has rocking chairs by the windows, it's so classy and Southern!
@@ontarionagasaki1441 you can smell the money and opportunities in Charlotte
Very interesting video! I correctly guessed Dallas, Phoenix, Charlotte and of course Atlanta would be on this list for cities blacks are moving to. I visited 3 of those 4 cities within the past 4 years. I've never been to Charlotte yet. My experiences there were decent, but not exciting. I'm still stuck here in the metro area of Chicago. I want to relocate to somewhere where I have relatives who can help me get around a city I'm unfamiliar with.
I’m from NC and went to college in Charlotte and I can surely say Charlotte has grown tremendously just in the past 10yrs. Its an hour drive from where I stay in the country between Greensboro and Winston Salem. The taxes and cost of living in Charlotte from my understanding is higher than Atlanta now. Charlotte is a great city but I would never want to live there again.
Im in New York never thought I would leave. Im looking for somewhere better especially where other Black Americans communities are strong.
Agreed
I had to get out of Newark, NJ. This down south weather, cost of living, and fresh air is life💯
Yep, nice to put my money toward something other than taxes
Seattle shouldn't be on the list. I lived there for 15 years before moving to Houston. Seattle is white and Asian. Plus expensive as hell. Not to mention, the weather sucks. Hell it rains 9 months out the year.
This is not an opinion... this is Census Data. Black people are moving to Seattle despite your complaints.
Houston weather sucks as well. I left there 3 years ago after my 5th flood. The summers are nasty and unpleasant.
15 years, did you make any effort to look at the smaller less expensive towns that surround Seattle? Why do blacks insist on only trying out a new city. There are so many opportunities to create generational wealth in more rural areas.
I live here now and it's not many blacks but I can say the data is correct as there are more blacks moving here possibly due to military. I still want to move but who knows what will happen over the next few years.
I lived in Seattle for 30 years, and moved to Dallas in 2010. It is diverse, however there are corporations and companies, which attract job opportunities. Personally, I know people who lived in Dallas relocate to Seattle for that reason. And weather sucks everywhere. Lol. Seattle is more gloomy than rainy if anything.
Being a part of this network while still living in Minnesota! Important to have a culturally rich network!
I moved to Oviedo FL because it's the quiet version of Orlando. It has lots of green area to look and explore. Plus I work in military simulation and I love it! It's a place where I can nerd out, learn about things, teach and train others with out being called names and/or being mistreated. I can also share my military experiences since I served for 14 years.
@@kingmaafa120 from one veteran to another thanks for your service!! I was USN for 14 years!
@@kingmaafa120 I'm sure FL would love to have you!
@@kingmaafa120 half of NYC move to Orlando ist get pack up there ..... central Florida is the new miami
I'm a black female and use to live in Oviedo it's a beautiful place to live and raise children I lived there for 6 years and I'm thinking about moving back enjoy
Amen be a Blessing to others
For families, Charlotte should be #1
Atlanta/ Phoenix should be #1 and 2 for dating . But Charlotte is on the come up for entrepreneurs. New money is ready to be made
Let me give y’all the real deal on Atlanta VS Charlotte. I’m a Atlanta native that recently just moved to Charlotte for work, and while Charlotte does have a nice size black population, Charlotte has lacked in things catered to and for black people. But that narrative is quickly changing, their is new black owned Lounges, restaurants and stores springing up weekly here! And not to mention Charlotte is just much easier to live in then Atlanta, Everything is less then 30 min away, the traffic is not too bad (it’s getting their tho lmao) also the Career opportunities here is amazing (pays more than ATL) but all in all when you want to experience the Atlanta “lifestyle” and vibe your a easy 4 hours drive away!! (really 3.5 if you push it) I hope this helps someone with making a decision to move to the Queen City!!
Exactly. I moved to Charlotte a few years ago and it has been a great move. It’s not there yet with Atlanta as far as entertainment but you see it actually growing to get that way. Plus you don’t have to deal with all the traffic of Atlanta either.
Thanks for this
I'm thinking about moving there but didn't know if they had a big black scene
I just relocated here from Orlando a few months ago . Definitely a different vibe and I can see it growing daily . The black love is stronger here in Charlotte than Orlando I’ll say that .
What fields pay more in Charlotte vs ATL? I'm in supply chain/logistics and you'd think ATL would pay more in that field.
Love this! I wish they had a list like this for Canada.
Maynard Jackson set the tone (50 years ago) for Atlanta when, as the city's first black mayor, he demanded blacks be included in all city contracts. We were lucky he was the first, as there was no hint of corruption as there is with some current suburban mayors, and he fought for blacks instead of enriching his own pockets. He had to leave town to find a job after his term was up because he disrupted the good old boys network.
anderr, terrific observation on the forgotten Maynard The Main Man Mayor Jackson! Amazed you recall him. Was going to lunch one day with this very reserved Bostonian African American woman. Mayor Jackson stepped into the elevator, and she melted into a giggling schoolgirl. He was a charmer, who listened more than he talked. He was preceded by two progressive mayors (Allen, Massell) that were fiscally conservative and socially liberal...a rarity these days. In just 10 years, they got a rapid-transit tax passed on a referendum, and had the subway system running in 8 years. The city, though, has lost that look-ahead vision. Current mayors have not been as concerned that the streets were kept clean and safe. GM and Ford, closed huge assembly plants in the 1990s. It was also, challenging to build an efficient grid-city, over a maze of winding streets on heavily forested and very steep hills. That were basically, old Cherokee and Creek traveling paths along current-day Peachtree. There is still, a geographic disconnect, longstanding....The indigenous people on the eastern side of current-day Peachtree, had little interaction with the indigenous villages on the west side. Because, waterways east of Peachtree, oddly, flow into the Atlantic Ocean. On the western side, the waters flow into the Gulf of Mexico. West side of Peachtree, sharply rocky and steep, and industrial. East side, more gently rolling hills, close to the Appalachians. PS, when I lived there, I always liked the sound of "Hartsfield Airport". Jackson's name, takes away the cadence, of the familiar un-hyphenated airport name.
🗣 We full in ATL!!! I mean FULL FULL 😂 Traffic is horrendous! Mass transit is antiquated and limited. Did I mention we FULL?!?! 🛑 Stop 🛑 No more people allowed 😂😂😂😂😂
😂 sorry
Atlanta needs one mo!
I concur with the brother. Atlanta is full!
Put a "do not enter go north" sign for Californians. I live at California and these people keep on voting Democrats.
You're right! Y'all been full, for a while! 🤣🤣🤣
My family and I moved from poverty and crime driven Memphis to Vegas. I would say this is one of the best decisions I have ever made.
@@truthawakes1698 How is that so? Have you ever been or lived in Memphis? The only thing that Memphis has better than Vegas is the quality of water, health care and lower cost of living. Please explain why you think Vegas is worse than Memphis🤔
Memphis economy is not great at all
@@percyastronautstatus.8780 nope! No jobs or opportunities
Yes I live in Memphis Tennessee and I am ready to get out of here someone's getting shot everyday
Hows it going, Im thinking of transferring my job to Vegas❤️🖤💚
Black resident in Dallas, and the influx of Californians has surged our cost of living and our housing costs to nearly unaffordable. We're full and traffic is horrendous. Definitely trying to leave.
Agree, I’m looking to locate within the next three years. Just looking around, and visiting places, want to relocate to the right place.
I moved from Loa Angeles, CA to Charlotte, NC in 2010. I moved for the exact reason the video states. Didn't want to go to Florida and felt Atlanta was getting to crowded. Charlotte has seen such a boom in people moving into the Queen City that our housing costs are starting to sky rocket. It's still much cheaper than NY or Cali.
How did you like the transition?
@@juleslove9814 it was a little different on the beginning as far as job searching went. For instance I noticed what employers looked for here was different than what employers in Cali looked for. Big difference in the vibe which for me was so needed. Of course there things in Cali that is not here in Charlotte but overall my transition was smooth!
@Scorp 83 if you are able to come visit first I wod recommend it. I didn't come to Charlotte for the first until I had to sign the lease on the house I rented. Until then I had never been. I literally moved on a leap of faith.
Dallas Texas is booming for black families. I moved here from Louisiana for a job transfer and I can honestly say there are more jobs than you can imagine here! My wife is a licensed loan officer and I am in sales. Before her license was approved for Texas she was working a full-time stay at home job in payments for Walmart at $16-$18 an hour and that’s just to stay at home on a dayshift at a computer! Not counting how beautiful the metro area is as a whole, it’s much different from Houston! Beautiful weather and quiet suburban living..
I’m in the Charlotte area and I’m about to move. It’s getting crowded and not my cup of tea anymore. If you’re a young professional looking for a smaller metro than other cities around the US it’s good for you and you’ll enjoy it.
I live in South Carolina, and lots of people from NY, NJ, and PA have moved here as well as CA, and Oh.
I relocated to Columbia from Minnesota last year.
this is true cause SC is the destination my family wants to move to from NY....I thought they would list more then major cities in the video but it seems the comment section has the more details
I came here to say the same thing !!!
A lot of that could be people moving back to a place with roots or they’ve caught on to some of the places there.
We full in South Carolina nah I’m joking but fr
I've been gone from the Midwest, leaving Cincinnati, Ohio 18.5 years ago. I had the choice between Atlanta and Chicago. A no-brainer, I chose Atlanta. By God's grace, I've done nothing but thrive and grow. Whenever I visit Cincinnati, it's like something dies inside. Where I now call home is the right environment for me.
I.m actually in Cincinnati Ohio very good state Ohio and lots of jobs, cheap housing but too boring for me. I may try Texas next month.
If I don't like Texas i would go back to my State Massachusetts. I love Boston but the weather is too cold. Maybe Texas would be great for me.
Any advice please ...
@@mariamaba9220 you've got to decide what it is YOU really want in a place of residence, what matters most to you, what are deal breakers, and what you're willing to compromise on. Because you will have to compromise, as no place has everything you want. Then find a place that most closely matches. No place is going to have everything. Cincinnati has great cost of living and jobs, and the only issue you have is that you're bored? Is that really a reason to pack up and move clear across country? I'm guessing by this statement you're pretty young. Look, if jobs are not an issue and you're pocketing more money because of the lower cost of living, you can make your own fun and enrichment. Even if that means you travel a little more, perhaps to places with more excitement and enrichment.
@@Lyme70 Thank you So much for that insight!
Well said.
I’m so glad I saw this!! I’ve been telling my wife about Las Vegas. We were excited about Tx and Fl but new laws have deterred us from wanting to go there. Have to protect my kids from the government now these days 😢
In protecting your kids what is it that you are protecting them from? Abortion? Teach them birth control, not allowing sex books or any kind of sex in schools(teach them about sex at home). I’m truly wanting to understand, no name calling or judgement.
Democrats will never get it …
What a silly reason, i cant think of any laws that would hurt them as those state most the laws are in place to protect them. Its probably best you stay away if you perceive it that way.
DO NOT MOVE TO VEGAS PLEASE 🙏🙏🙏 ...it is hell on earth not just because of the weather but because the city as a whole is evil!!! It will try to destroy your family, marriage and financial security..they treat locals like trash .. great fun for a lit weekend but don't move there especially if you have a young daughter!!
@@cornpop1760 They banned african american stuidies in colleges and are pushing to mandate changes in learning black history. Even though we teach our own kids our history that is beyond problematic that we were singled out. Most institutionally racist state in America is now Florida.
Lived and worked in Las Vegas for 3 years before I moved back to New York City and retired here. I'm not surprised at the number of black people moving to las Vegas. It's a tourist destination for many of us, even if you don't gamble, no state taxes, yes it's hot in the summer but it doesn't have the humidity that most of the east coast has. If I had to do it again, I would have stayed in Las Vegas and not have moved back to New York City to retire.
I ❤️ NY, but curious as to why you would retire in such an expensive city?
Come back always welcome! 702
I'm moving to Vegas next month. Selling my house in overrated Atlanta
@@mikegeee3319 You Def like it Vegas beautiful and growing everyday alot to do here. You'll will love to call Vegas' your new home. Hope to see u around here Good Luck!
I know a few people who moved to Atlanta, but far as people moving out of Philadelphia is not true, in a past few years a lot of New Yorkers are moving in to Philadelphia for lower rent and cheap property.
I was about to say the same thing
A lot of people are moving here to Las Vegas, NV
I'm planning to the New Year..
I'm from Las Vegas, Nv Currently living in Summerlin,Nv as a Truck driver being back east i appreciate the good weather. Born in California.
Left Mississippi, came to Lincoln, NE. Best decision of my life. My credit and most importantly my mental health improved.
I stay in ms , being here made me depress , it’s shame how they treat us in ms
@@kenchambers7137 Oh yea bro MS is truly a historically toxic place
@@deepitts4036 I know racism is everywhere but I think is one of the worst , what part you from ?
This is good to know. My husband and I live outside Washington DC and have been discussing where we want to move for a better quality of life and retirement. This presentation inspired us.
Happy that you found it helpful. Good luck!
Try Virginia or North Carolina
@@missdesireindependance5194 I live in Northern Virginia now and have for over 20 years. My family is from North Carolina but I dont want to live there. My husband and I are looking at Tampa Florida or Atlanta Georgia where one of our daughter's lives and another daughter is in San Antonio Texas as well as a sister in Houston. Seeing this presentation highlighting these places, encourages us.
Just a word to the wise. You're talking quality of life and retirement? You'll lose a good 1/4 of that quality life in the commuter nightmares that are all of these locations. Take it from a trucker, find yourselves a good mid-sized or small city that has a regional airport or is within a couple of hours of a major airport for when you want/need to travel.
@@TheOriginalCryptoPimp Cincinnati is a pretty nice city too.
This is a good resource for when we decide to move.Most likely down south. Thanks for sharing.
Good luck and Godspeed.
My guess is " seasoned " is like many Black Folks not sensitive to racism which is really a good thing for us as we are powerless to get rid of the White Racism which has us still in chains figuratively. To my shock, the South remains dominated by the same " White Conservative false Christian values " ( a long term for racism ) that existed prior to the Civil War White People fought to maintain slavery and separate from our Country. So, her suggestion " likely Down South " will surprise Black Folks moving back home from the Progressive North as it has for me living in NY all of my life. So, Black Folks if you don't want to be surrounded by visible racism think hard before moving South. The election of the unfit, lying, sexual harasser and promoter of White Supremacy Donald Trump should be a wake-up call to everyone not White. " They haven't changed and they ain't playing!".
Another resource is to watch the local news via internet to see what day to day life is like in the cities you're considering.
Peace, love, and good health to you and yours.
Oh and I hope you find your perfect place!
There's other areas besides the South that's nice like Arizona, Denver, Nevada , the DMV area ...