Any thoughts about Oakland or Berkeley, CA (asides from expense)? Ive thought of moving back home, but those damn mosquitoes. My daughter graduated from high school here and went to college in Houston. I am from Miami, FL. Seattle is beautiful especially if you love the outdoors, but it is not one of the better places to live if youre black. Amazingly I was able to escape alive and without a prison record. Nashville has numerous colleges and universities, such as Vanderbilt, Fisk, TSU, And MTSU, so there is a great appreciation for education and intelligence. Very true. When posed that question, Dr. Lori Martin, a professor of African and African American studies and sociology at Louisiana State University, had this to say: "A livable place for Black women is safe, and for women with children, it is home to schools where all students have access to an excellent education. I must relocate immediately because this is not a place for young black men to thrive at all! Hi, try moving to a different city, look into Buford its somewhat pricey but the schools are great in GA. Atlanta is good but I think its an ideal city for black singles. There are lots of LGBT families now. Income disparity is a key measure of how well Black women are doing today. Im a single mom of a 13 year old boy living in Maryland. Overall great information. So go figure. I lost contact with a friend who settled in Ohio. Trust me, you dont want to move to Philadelphia. Im a Cali girl and although I love Cali, Im thinking about heading out. My best friend moved to Laveen after years in Phoenix. I would really like more information about Columbus as far the school system and entrepreneurship for African Americans. Beautiful scenery, but weird people. I am also a single mom looking to relocate south from New England. I have heard great things about the HBCUs. Durham, Greensboro, Winston-Salem and especially Charlotte are great places. This is so true! Single parents in Springfield, Mass. Any suggestions? Cost if living is not high you can live comfortable! The ranking includes analysis of income, poverty rate, homeownership, educational attainment, and health insurance gaps between Black women and the entire population nationally and locally. 20 mins from Baltimore and 35 from DC. 8. Im an older single woman and my adult son, myself and his girlfriend are planning to move to North Carolina. I moved to Columbus, Ohio from Florida because I had just graduated from FIU and working as a Fire Dispatcher. The median income for families led by a single mother in 2020 was about $51,168, well below the $106,921 median for married couples. I currently live in Atlanta and am desperately trying to leave. I live in MD. Ive lived all over NC since the 80s. Youll regret it. People are friendly and respectful. Hi, Ive been considering moving to Maryland after graduation. Im looking for all the things you mentioned. Not all counties are good and the good counties are becoming questionable. Ive been here for 13 years and Im done. Maybe its just my own experience, but there is a strong exclusion of Black folks in the city. It was my 7 year old daughter and myself. Or is it not the safest for a single AA woman in her 50s? It is very expensive to live here. Now that Im back in Tennessee Im grateful to have been raised in NC as opposed to TN. Philadelphia and D.C. are great for Muslim women! The factors were calculated as follows: Safety (full weight): Safety was based on the per capita cost of crime calculated in MoneyGeeks Safest Cities series. Repeat. Where would it be a good place for him to live? I have lived in Seattle for almost 11 years. I hate it here. Overall, great experience just expensive. This is a great city. Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford,. I likewise have resided in and out of Georgia for the past 20 years. Rounding out the top five best and worst metros for Black women's overall outcomes were Boston, Baltimore, Raleigh, and. After a year of applying for several positions in LA & no luck, I am still anxious to get out of the Midwest and its treacherous winters. This area (Detroit) often feels so gloomy and down-trodden and I just want us to be some place safe, warm, harmonious, cultured and that aligns with our dynamic energy. Good to know! Rockwall, TX. Even with these significant contributions, Black women live at the intersection of multiple barriers and experience the compounded effects of racial and gender bias. Any good suggestions? Blessings. Having my kids in the best school is a must thats why Ive stayed put. I live northwest of Ft Lauderdale it being the best move I ever made. In order to determine the best and worst states for working moms, WalletHub compared the 50 states and the District of Columbia across three key dimensions: 1) Child Care, 2) Professional Opportunities and 3) Work-Life Balance. I agree, Mike and Remone. Any suggestions? This is popularly attributed to D.C's numerous opportunities and schools like Howard University and George Washington University. Somewhere diverse and a place where my children can identify themselves culturally within the area. Click here to check out more details about each city's perks for Black singles. We moved here straight out of college before we were married. You get in where you fit in and hopefully find some good white friends to bond with. There is so much to do here. On top of that, Lansings unemployment rate is currently at its lowest in 15 years and hundreds of thousands of new jobs have been created for the city in recent years. I think it is more diverse here than it was when I moved here more than 20 years ago. I agree with everyone. Houston is a place that black people more often thrive and transfer their success to the next generation. Colorado is expensive in housing. Its more quiet in this are than in South Florida. Numerous black people have moved away. Youve been doing this for about 15 years. Good luck! I am afraid I will get bored, and I will have to drive everywhere. For family entertainment, check out some of the museums in Raleigh, like the African American Cultural Complex (AACC) which teaches visitors about the black peoples contributions to the city. Im older and want a slower warmer environment. I moved from Atlanta to Minneapolis. Did you find a good resting place? My children are mixed and while I have done a lot of research some is very contradictory. I understand why Richmond, VA continues to make these list economically, but as far as culture and things for black people to do, its very boring. Small back then and even smaller now. I didnt see but five African Americanss. Florida is getting lots of negative press. Your email address will not be published. Years ago yes I would bet my last Dollar on this city. Im 31 with two kids both have some special needs. came first in our rankings, with a score of 65.2. Excellent place to stay, the job market is plentiful, you can make good money here and the cost of living is cheap. Although I love Chicago, I want to go west coast. Almost every suburb is safe and even the city compared to other cities is not too bad safety wise. Located near the northeast part of North Carolina, Raleigh is one of the most diverse cities in the state. There is no quality of life in Atlanta. Atlanta is definitely THE last resort. It didnt deter me I just went on with those who were more accepting. It was no coincidence that 91% of voting black women voted for Joe Biden, and 92% of votes cast in D.C. went to Joe Biden. We dont own a home due to wanting to move and limited opportunities. Redfin's study ranked the best cities for single moms. Named one of the best cities for African Americans, Lansing is a community that doesnt just talk diversity, it embraces it. I have lived in South Florida for 7 years now. Just look at you young and beautiful! Any advice on safe, Black, liberal, affordable (houses under $300k), cultured towns/cities in Georgia, North Carolina or thereabouts. Hi, the Dallas area has a tremendous amount of resources for the disabled community. Remone, I think theyre possessed or something. I find the Pacific North West has this problem. Do you know anything about that area? Really would like more information about Columbus, Ohio as far as school system and which areas have low crime. Best Neighborhoods Best ZIP Codes BEST PLACES TO LIVE IN. Hi Lisa, if your son is interested in graphic and visual arts, then NYC would be the place to move to. There are surrounding counties where you can purchase a nice home in the $200,000 range. And possibly, start a business (also, eventually start a family). I am a 44 year old, single African American women looking to relocate to the west coast. What makes a livable place for Black women? I know your comment was from 18 but hopefully youll get this. Most folks that migrate here live in the suburbs because they cannot afford to live in the city if truth be told. Florida is the way to go! Thirty minutes from Baltimore. Im from Houston and were very friendly here for the most part. I live in CT. I have an eight year old son and 19 year old daughter. Net Migration, 2016-2021: 5.48%. DC is expensive, so you will more than likely find yourself living in Maryland (Waldorf, Upper Marlboro, Bowie) to find somewhat decent schools and housing or you will end up in Virginia (Woodbridge, Fairfax, Manassas), both locations in MD and VA will often times leave you with a bad commute as traffic here is awful because everyone works mostly for the government (i.e., govt employee or contractor). Dallas, Texas. I am a mother of 3 looking to get out of a city that has been in economic turmoil for 50 years. Im approaching retirement and just out of curiosity have been looking for a change of scenery. There are many universities in the area Vanderbilt, MTSU, Belmont, including HBCUs Fisk, Meharry Medical College & Tennessee State. Its an employment mecca, which has some of every stable and trending industry. Hi: I am a 43 year old, single, Caribbean-black, female looking to relocate to Maryland. Howard county. The ranking of the Best Cities for Black Women was based on eight factors: safety, Black population, educational attainment, poverty rates, income, employment, health insurance and homeownership. Income (full weight): This factor equally comprises two metrics. I can see how it might be more alt-white. Im a New Yorker so I think Ill check it out. Southfield, a suburb of Detroit and New Rochelle, a New York City suburb, ranked highest in the analysis. Im going to check Seattle out, sounds like a great place to live. Sacramento, Calif. and Buffalo, N.Y. followed Springfield, with final scores of 62.2 and 61.5, respectively. Note: With the exception of "Total Score," all of the columns in the table above depict the relative rank of that state, where a rank of 1 represents the best conditions for that metric category. There is also a small city called Desoto, outside of Dallas, that is dominated by blacks to educate to become leaders. I dont get it. We have lots of black culture! Jobs are better, they pay better and they are a little more progressive in culture. On the other hand the state has an excellent selection of public schools. Right. Thanks in advance if I get some tips. But thats horrible for young couples looking for their first home. I went to school in Hampton Roads and definitely did not feel a bit of racism or hear about any for that matter, probably because its home to a couple of HBCUs. Never experienced this in Florida. I was born in New Orleans. Columbus also has the education choice program, where they will pay the tuition of private schools if school accepts the program, which many do. My daughter was in Columbus City Schools for 6 years and it isnt great. I would not consider it a friendly place for African-Americans to live. Reasons why? I appreciate the comments. I was considering Columbus, Ohio or some place in Georgia but have my apprehensions about going south. There are no ghettos because everyone does well. You have access to the best food and entertainment. Hawaii is the most racially diverse state in the U.S. and has consistently been ranked as one of the best places to raise Black children. Often the breadwinners for their families, they have the highest labor force participation rate for women and make up 21% of all women-owned businesses. Im here now and desperately trying to leave. There is beautiful Centennial Park, (which is the site of the Parthenon), which puts every park in Atlanta to shame. History has recorded migration North did not work well for all blacks. If youve been watchingrecent news stories, you may feelno place in America is safe for Black families. There are large Caribbean communities in the north east Bronx, Brooklyn and Queens. Traffic has become horrible! I too wondered about Durhams high ranking status. I would love to have twins, girls especially. Weve had family come here to visit and every single one has said the same thing. Theyre no match for you, no matter how hard they try. Average Annual Salary: $48,530. I currently live with my husband and child in the DMV area but curious about Orlando as we would love to move back home to Miami, but its way too expensive. We have a small, black, son and want to leave before he reaches school age. Good times ahead! Ive searched long and hard, cant find a place better than Nashville. The black people here are very few and far between. Public transportation is excellent. Where else in California would be great for black families and black business owners? Family fall festivals and summers that are humid but not unbearable, Richmond is a great place for families in general. How far a drive is Columbia to Charlotte? Good luck. Would you recommend any other cities in Georgia? Here in Ohio they make sure you know you are black and if I sound hurt, it is because I am and very much ready to move. Even before the pandemic, Black women were underpaid nearly $50 billion in forfeited wages, the Economic Policy Institute reported. I am considering Virginia, Tennessee or North Carolina. Im originally from Rhode Island but moved to Southern New Jersey where we currently reside. Arguments For And AgainstContinue. Metro Population: 2,560,260. I am considering retiring to Florida. I live in the suburbs of DC and have to stay that moving to PG County, Maryland would be ideal if you are looking to see affluent black families. Your story sound similar to hers. So, an LGBT city might be the very thing for your non-traditional families. I dont think that this is a good place for African American owned businesses, since I dont see many. Its super weird which is why Im looking for other states to live in. Wake County Public Schools (Raleighs county) are considered to be very good and the best among NCs largest urban counties. Thinking about moving down there. The cost of living here is very high and getting even higher. I am starting my third chapter in life. For example, this could be your own business, stocks or real estate. Do you live in Denver? I now live in Michigan as a retired mechanical engineer and former business owner. There Are Lots Of Opportunities For A Black Family In Lansing, Michigan, 8. I do like the school system but outside of that its not very diverse. Also note there are great surrounding cities. Job opportunities have been amazing,cost of living is low and there are great schools in the suburbs of Columbus. This list provided only tells of places that are saturated with African Americans. I feel you on this one. Im originally from Florida but I chose to stay in Seattle/Tacoma after I got out of the Army in order to co-parent with my ex. Im currently looking to move after roughly 5 years of being here. This is an increase from 1990 levels, when there were about . Natural disaster wise? Amen and amen again. I want him in a good area where he is safe, if that makes sense. Anybody else live here? There are cultural enticements galore. Just a gloomy place to be on many levels. Health Insurance (full weight): The difference in percentage points between the rate of Black women ages 18-64 that have health insurance and the rate of health insurance for all other races nationally. Atlanta is great but over populated and expensive. Not sure what to make of the Orlando area. Lastly few blacks in positions of authority. Hows living in Wisconsin as a black person? You are spot on. We both can tell stories of amazing racially charged events in our lives that would have, but for the Grace of God, destroyed us and our futures. Black womens Equal Pay Day came at different times for cities around the country. Can confirm. There are great Black churches (including Second Baptist) but suburban teachers were not accustomed to black students at the time. I moved here from KY and love it. Theres such a grossly limited African-American population and its not very diverse. I was thinking of moving from Orlando where I was raised to Ohio, but you have changed my mind. Mississippi, South Carolina, Arkansas, Florida, and Georgia all report percentages of at least 35 percent. We were thinking Philadelphia but, I want to consider Arizona or Orlando. Every African American deserves the opportunity to live in a happy place. Hi Tracey, Where in Orlando can you find a predominantly black community? Washington D.C. A majority of Black women in D.C have stable jobs, good education, and a plethora of accomplishments. Single mothers earn income that place them well below married mothers in the income ladder. Im planning to relocate from Milwaukee, WI (too cold, utilities very high, segregated) after 13 years to Charlotte, NC. Montgomery county (living near silver spring) is great. More activities have come to fruition since I first arrived here. We want to be close to LA but not too close. We all know this and I perfectly understand why many of us loathe to accept it. You get all four seasons and then some. The metro area has repeatedly been recognized as the happiest, healthiest city in the U.S. MoneyGeek analyzed data on income, the cost of crime, homeownership and poverty levels from 200 cities across the United States to rank the best and worst cities for Black women to live and financially flourish in. Shauna, I have friends of the family who live in Wilmington and love it. Its expensive here, but if you do the research and plan well you can make it here. I am currently living in NYC. I currently live in Richmond. Currently live in Akron. LOS ANGELES, Aug. 31, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- New Jersey is the best state for single parents to raise children, a new study finds. Im originally from Kentucky. I am from the east coast and currently live in San Diego, CA. Help! Im looking to move for myself as a single woman in my 50s. What might the positive and negative impacts be? Please note, the cost of living anywhere in NY is high though. The black people there act like they are scared of other black people. I have been forced to send my children to private schools that amount to more than 24k for each. Published by Erin Duffin , Oct 5, 2022. Definitely experienced it. Staying put in Durham. Perfect right? Im a single mom, (one income) working as a nurse, so I make decent money but to buy a house here I would have to struggle, buy something very small or settle on not as good a school district, hence why Im moving. Nashville is a WONDERFUL PLACE FOR FAMILIES. If something happens to your child in a Georgia school they have sovereign immunity which means you pretty much have to suck it up. My wife, also African American and from the south, is a former officer in the USAF and currently a state auditor. Racism is here like anywhere but its very subtle and youre left alone. I was wondering if its diverse? I wouldnt suggest anyone to move to SC. I live in Buford now and my daughter absolutely loves the schools out here, she said shes actually being challenged vs what she was learning in Cobb County school. The only saving grace I can see is that our genotype makes us uniquely capable to not only withstand this type of degradation, but to actually thrive within it! I resisted moving here earlier because of it being a murder capital. Southern California is where I want to be. Did you make that move? Any suggestion? Can anyone give me more information on MD? I left New York 18 years ago, after 44 years of living in and growing up on Long Island. My son is intelligent, charismatic & has a heavy interest in theater. And home prices have shot through the roof with people coming from California. Just know you probably will only make friends through where you work, go to church, attend college or the like. MoneyGeek interviewed Dr. Ukanwa and other experts to elaborate on the unique challenges that Black women face and the solutions to help them. Columbus Ohio has been great to us for over twenty years. South Florida was home to four cities at the bottom of the ranking and two cities in the top 25. I dont think Ive hardly ever seen one black person there when I went though LOL.
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