One of my biggest reasons for not leaving the Twin Cities, besides family, is that it is like living in a National Park. Sure we don't have mountains, but there are lakes, rivers, bluffs, and waterfalls with a multitude of trees, plants and wildlife. Many lakes and much of the riverfront are publicly accessible park land, with walking, biking, and hiking trails. These areas are beautiful regardless of season. I've been in a lot of other cities in the U.S.A. and few of them seem to have the natural beauty of living in Minneapolis or St. Paul.
I was born in Chicago moved to Minnesota as a kid. I traveled all over the world living in different places, but I always seem to come back to Minnesota. I just purchased a home here. I’m never leaving.
I’m a new creator that’s lived in MN for the past 12 or 13 years. It’s not all peaches and cream but this place is slept on. Not too fast not too slow!
New Yorker over here and I also think about being bombed or drowned by a tsunami 😂 But seriously I have lived in the northeast region most of my life and I am honestly tired of the overcrowding..small apartment living..dirty streets etc. I have visited Chicago but surprisingly I didn’t feel safe riding my bicycle there. Anyway, I am wondering what would be the best time to visit Minneapolis Minnesota.
Everything you listed is why I'm moving to Minnesota. And I like that it is off the beaten path and not everyone is flocking there. The economy and green space are my top two reasons. Anyway, I'm glad I found your channel. I'm moving to Minneapolis in August and these videos have been so helpful 😊
Been born and raised by my mom and our family since 98. Minnesota is and will forever be my home and even my mom has had that talk with me one day saying “one day you don’t want to have a house anymore here else?” And I was like “maybe but this is my home state and I don’t plan to leave even as an adult” but the fact that this state can be chill to live in (no pun intended) and we have nothing HUGE in terms of reasons to visit but you are totally write about the food people here make HELLA tasty foods. That and I would say we have some good areas too in terms of walking and sight seeing. And the history center is nice too. But personally my favorite thing about this state is is quite literally in the upper middle of the country next to the Canadian border. So in terms of safety it makes me happy and comfy
My wife and I have lived here our whole lives. I do like a winter vacation somewhere warm though. Your point about minimal crazy critters is spot on though. I'm not trying to battle an alligator if I go for a swim.
I grew up in Minneapolis and when any other city, all I can think is, "Where the trees at?" Like, seriously, no other major metropolitan area can have trees?
Lived in Florida my whole life mostly. Lol one time I was walking to work, a lady coming the other way stops me and warned me about an aligator on the side walk up ahead. My wife and I are moving to Minnesota in July. Just renting though.
I moved here in 2017 and never wanna leave. This is home now. I grew up in Miami and felt like a fish out of water. MN I feel a belonging to. And I love our seasons and esp our winters. They're not as cold as ppl hyped them up to be. Even the really cold days are short lived. Its amazing how warm 20 degrees feels here lol
The midwest is not for wimps...Do not want to contend with alligators, lots of bugs, hurricanes, dry desert weather with high heat...I'm a Norwegian and like the brisk weather of the midwest..I get energized just hiking, snowshoeing, sledding or just walking in the snow....I'm like you, I sweat easily... My body is adapted to this weather...When temps are quite cold-before going out make this....Hot cocoa with cinnamon, cloves, ginger and cardamon, a little bit of pepper also...these spices warm your body. Try it, it works..Left MN and moved to Wisconsin, to a small town...Like it...
Hey fellow Minnesotan. As someone getting free college here, I can not complain. I lived in KCMO before here and there are nothing but pros for me. MO was way too hot and I didn't like that in the summer. The bugs are massive there as well. It gets so humid. MN summers are way nicer. MN & MO look very similar, but MN takes way better care of our parks. It isn't common in MN to see trash everywhere and needles in the parks like in KC. I also like how I got paid way more living here as the jobs pay better than in MO. Lastly, when it does snow MN obviously takes care of it quickly unlike in MO where the roads stay slick when it snows on occasion as they don't have the manpower to deal with it.
So I am originally from NYC-born and raised… moved to Florida in 2016 for a change-hated it and moved to the Raleigh area (Cary!) in 2022… now we are looking to relocate to Minneapolis in 2026… I am overwhelmed but also excited!
Moved away for several decades. It grated on me almost everyday. I always saw myself as a minnesotan. Moved home about a year ago. LOVE IT!!!!!!!!! Here's my advice. Never leave.
My Dad lived in Nevada for about twenty years he just moved back month ago. My brother lived in Texas for five years and I'm pretty sure he's been back for like three years now
I've literally tried to move away from Minnesota a few times, I've never made it more than 3 years..... I end up missing absolutely everything about Minnesota.... Minnesota will always call you home! Idk what exactly it is, but noware else will ever feel like home the same way Minnesota makes it feel...
Love the positivity :) A bonus under the food category is how many unique donut and ice cream shops Minnesota has. Such an absolute treat to go around and discover unique sweets across the state. :)
As far as donut shops go I literally just look up one near me and have yet to be disappointed anywhere I've gone in Minnesota but here are some recommendations. :) Donuts Funner Brothers in Golden Valley Old Fashion Donut Shoppe in Crystal Bogart's Doughnut Co. in Edina Wuollet Bakery in Minneapolis Ice cream 2 Scopes in St. Paul Honey & Mackie's in Plymouth Nelson's in St.Paul or Stillwater
I've been here for over 25 years. The only time I was without a job for more than 2 weeks was 2008 when the economy crashed. My kids and grandkids are here. I bought a house 37 miles from St. Paul. Small Town America is were it's happening.
I used to live in MN. Now I live in Toronto. I want to move back immediately to escape unaffordable housing costs, rising crime, rude people, horrible traffic, daily shootings and carjackings, and possibly the world’s worst airport, Pearson. And the politics in Canada suck! MN truly is the best and has no problems. I kid you not, Minneapolis has housing costs that are 1/50th the price of Toronto
@@movingtominnesota Looking every single day to do so. I am losing my sanity here in Toronto and my mental health has. tanked. Worst place I’ve ever visited or lived in! I MISS MINNESOTA!!! I was lied to about the greatness of Canada.
I love Minnesota, but, are we really worth a 10% state tax? The state is awesome all by itself without the government reaching into my pocket. They need to reduce the state tax rate here.
My whole life has been in northern climates. I was born in Chicago and moved to Detroit at the age of 5. I lived there for another 9 years before being shipped to Minnesota, where my dad lived (and passed away) 44 years later. I'm still here; this is home!! Sometimes, the summer weather gets to me because it gets uncomfortably ( high humidity) hot even though I am still an athlete 3-4 months is about all the heat that I can stand. This is a beautiful place to live, and always have been. There are lots of jobs here so don't be fooled by some of these so-called homeless situations, some are self-inflicted with drug use, criminals that are fugitives from justice hiding, illegal immigrants, etc... but most of this kind of activity is in parts of Minneapolis, in Stpaul, they have been forced to move out. There is all kinds of help for people that WANT the HELP!! but if you are healthy with no disabilities then you are expected to WORK or train for work. Our parks, lakes, and recreation centers are well-kept and used regularly ( tax dollars). Rents are going up just like anywhere else in the US, but with lots of jobs, some people just grab a part-time to off-set the cost of living. As far as the winter months, I save indoor chores for these months, like modifying ( or accessorizing) my e-scooters, e-bikes, and motorcycles, I am also a huge Vikings, Twolves, Gophers, and Lynx. time goes fast here because there are many things to do all year round. People from the outside complain about the winters, technology has changed with heated hats, gloves, jackets, sox, etc😁 I would recommend for a vehicle to have at least 2. (AWD or 4-wheel drive to handle the snow, and a city car) for the spring summer, and fall.
Isnt that crazy! People complain about the winter but im sensitive to heat. when it gets too hot i just feel nasty and uncomfortable. At least with the cold you can put more clothes on.
I hate the cold, the people are rude as hell, cost of living is ridiculous, high ass taxes, and just NO! Born and raised here. The state might be great for ppl who aren’t from there but I’ll be leaving next year. Yall can have that state.
I will be on a work assignment there soon and I look forward to exploring the area. I've live in many highly populated areas kind of looking for a place to settle eventually that's not so population dense.
been here 5 years i love it honestly. i miss my home state of alaska sometimes but ill never live their full time unless if i make 150k plus a year lol
Minnesota is breathtaking! From its 20,000 lakes to the vibrant Twin Cities, it’s a must-visit. 🌲🌊. I'm Currently grinding on getting a student visa so as to come better my life as a software Engineer and so far from watching you're videos I've never been so motivated , wish you could make a clip on a university I can apply on, so that I can experience Minnesota first Hand, since am Kenyan getting such information from somebody whose lived there all there life would really come in Handy.💯
Minnesota is full of crack and meth. All the people I grew up around are on heavy drugs and I never had the opportunity to become an adult here. I have the worst memories of all time in Minnesota. It’s trauma just to be in Minnesota. On top of walking on the sidewalk in the winter and people beeping their horns at you all the time. Constant harassment and inequality and garbage weather are all that’s in Minnesota.
I would suggest the University of Minnesota TC or Duluth. TC gives you the city vibe and duluth gives you the outdoors and what it has to offer with lake superior. Which ever they are both connected as they are under the same system! Cheers
I Love ❤️ Mn I been here for, foreva……..people leave and come right back. Economically I Love it. Mn is so slept on. Governor Walz has taken care of us👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾Another thing super stars are here. I learned culture here.
Lifelong Minnesotan, born and raised here. Walz is the worst governor I've seen in my 65 years. He spends our money like it grows on trees, he failed to return a 19 billion dollar tax surplus to Minnesotan citizens, many financial scandals under his watch, his handling of the Floyd riots was a fail, he changed our state flag, etc. etc. In addition to our horrible governor, driving on ice and snow in the winter can be dangerous. Other than those negatives, I love pretty much everything else about our state.
Yes do a food video but different categories like $-$$-$$$ for instance and like best pizza best tacos one video u were talking about the best wings so now we r definitely goin to try!! Only been here a little under 2 years and there is SO MUCH TO TRY it’s low key overwhelming!
Damn, I lived in MN for over 10 years. I originally came from CA. I hate living here. I used to loved the idea of snow but now I just hate it. The cold burns my skin and bones! I hate being cold all the time. I hate when it snows cause the roads gets unsafe to drive. I hate I can’t grow my favorite perennial fruits and veggies all year round compare to warmer states. You’re so limited in what you grow in MN. You spend way more money in MN than warmer states. I just want to save money and grow my own food. My regret is living here way too long. I will be leaving to a warmer state.
I'm from mpls and it's depressing. It's no reason to have a million dollars and live here. It's not alot to do here. Once you use to it it's over with. Are food is not alot of options. Winter is boring. I rather move west
Minnesota is the best state for outdoor hot tubs - especially in January when the water meets the cold air creates steam. The cold makes for great sleep which is healthy. Those who say it’s warm season only 3 months is a lie! You get at least 8 good months of leisure outdoor weather. The penalty living here is Dec-Jan-Feb but trust me, earthquakes, massive fires, mud slides, and hurricanes are a bigger penalty & don’t exist here.
For real though! People complain about the cold (it is cold as hell though 🤣) but I would MUCH rather deal with that than hurricanes and silly hot summers any day!
Well, one of the largest targets in a war would be where the nuclear weapons are kept. It’s not about attacking cities and people it’s about making countries incapable to fight and defend themselves. And our nuclear defense is among other States close by, also in North Dakota - so Minnesota wouldn’t survive that one either.
As a native of Bahamas raised in FL, and currently residing in GA. I adore your state, I also fell in love with Chicago too, but it's MSP that hold a special place in my heart. I'm just curious if I can handle y'all winters. Love the channel, and hope to meet you soon once I make my wish a reality. 🤓
I lived in MN for 45 years. I moved across the border to Wisconsin and it’s like a different world. Minnesota is pretty unfriendly honestly. I had neighbors and they never talked to me. People were rude. Moving here has been lovely. I know my neighbors and it’s just easy to live here. The DMV is not a shit show like in MN. I can pay for my tabs at the grocery store! They actually plow the damn roads here too unlike in MN where they don’t want to ruin the environment so they are ok with people getting in accidents. The cost of living is similar but it’s the way of life that is better in Wisconsin. Wish I would have moved here sooner. When I have to go back to Minnesota, I dread it. It’s so chaotic there in comparison.
Where exactly is this place that you live? If it has less cons than Minnesota I’d like to hear about it? Someone who once lived in deep South just because winters are warmer doesn’t mean life is better. It’s a Hollywood myth.
@@LamantBradfprd-k2n Right now its 19 degrees and windy snow blowing sideways. Dec 18th 24. Tomorrow is a high of 14 and a low of 7 degrees. and January is colder
Too many “income restricted” housing developments. NOT section 8 just income restricted. This leaves the working class with limited options for housing if they fall out of their income requirements. Even if you make $100 more a year than their requirements you can’t live there. I’m all for affordable housing but these are expensive even for me who doesn’t qualify so who are they really helping? I’m working class paycheck to paycheck and am stuck in rougher neighborhoods with more crime because those properties dominate the nicer areas. I’m sure the state is chipping in and subsidizing these apartments.
As a lifelong mn resident unless you are in a profession making 100k+ a year, plan on never owning a home or living in a crime riddled area or out in the boonies with an hour plus commute. Fr, you need to make at minimum 19k to be above the poverty line in mn. We also have the 5th highest state tax. The minimum wage is still only 11.50, and yes, certain cities raised that, but it's not going up or changing fast enough. Finding a 2 bedroom apartment is at a minimum 2500 a month, not including utilities. Please do more research than watching this video. A lot of this mans points seem ill researched and/biased. Like the war one. We are a border state and have seen a surge of illegal crossings in the last 10 years. Coupled with at least 7 military bases. This state also made it a crime to defend yourself in a home invasion. I could do more reasons like the failing school system or how the cities Minneapolis, st paul, Rochester, and dulth controll the state or how our governor got sued for staying in a mansion in one of thee most expensive towns after his house burned downed. Or how our government would waste 2 weeks passing laws about abortion of which has been enshrined in our states constitution since the early 80s if memory servers. Actually if your a vote blue no matter who crowd this place is probably paradise. This state is always 5 years way from being California.
@kbyouknowbaby91 You're the first person I've heard mention this. What i could find is a bill walz pushed through requiring half of all cars available to be sold in Minnesota to be electric or hybrid by 2025. Passed that nothing stating any sorting of mandatory vehicle testing. On a separate note, mn has a lot of brownouts in summer less than 30 minutes outside of the twin cities due to how we get power and my states "green" views aka shutting down coal power plants and refusing to build anything but wind and solar which lose massive efficiency in winter same with electric cars and hybrids. California already told people in the dead of summer to not charge their cars. Can't imagine being told that in the dead of winter here in mn.
for real. minnesota has gotten terrible and we all KNOW why that is but are not allowed to say. there is a big difference between the ones who built Minnesota and maintain its social systems and the ones migrate and leech off of it. Minnesota had gotten much worse over the last several decades.
I moved across the border into Wisconsin. After Walz and his reign of terror during Covid-my family was over it. We moved and it’s been delightful! The only downside is the jobs. We have to work in Minnesota. There are jobs in Hudson and surrounding but they don’t pay as well. So I’m working on my own business (actually there’s alot of family businesses here). It’s just way nicer here and the people are nicer and the roads actually get plowed. Even the DMV is nice! I’m kicking myself for staying in Minnesota so long. Stupid mask wearing sheeples.
@@michellebuckdesignsYeah, MN is so terrible it employs people living in other states. Please move further away and stop stealing jobs from real Minnesotans.
One of my biggest reasons for not leaving the Twin Cities, besides family, is that it is like living in a National Park. Sure we don't have mountains, but there are lakes, rivers, bluffs, and waterfalls with a multitude of trees, plants and wildlife. Many lakes and much of the riverfront are publicly accessible park land, with walking, biking, and hiking trails. These areas are beautiful regardless of season. I've been in a lot of other cities in the U.S.A. and few of them seem to have the natural beauty of living in Minneapolis or St. Paul.
I second this. I love all of the trails too. It's fun just going on a little mini adventure to see where they take you.
I lived in MN for 11 years. I moved to Texas where I was born about 3 years ago. I plan to move back to MN next year.
Too hot down there?
@@movingtominnesotanot everything is about weather man
I live in Austin and can't wait to leave! Why are you moving?
@@1babygirlg What's going on in Texas?? Seeing a lot of migration from Austin lately.
@fcrowson6480 sucks here! Too expensive jobs don't pay enough not diverse hot humid and boring with no nature.
I was born in Chicago moved to Minnesota as a kid. I traveled all over the world living in different places, but I always seem to come back to Minnesota. I just purchased a home here. I’m never leaving.
Nice! What city did you end up buying in?
@ I just purchased a home and Burnsville right next to Buckhill the ski resort. Never thought I’d have the money to do that.
@@Coreygunz252
I grew up on Orchard Lake, within walking distance of Buck Hill. I even worked at Buck Hill in my teen years 🤣
I’m a new creator that’s lived in MN for the past 12 or 13 years. It’s not all peaches and cream but this place is slept on. Not too fast not too slow!
Seriously slept on!
Unfortunately it hasn't been slept on by the Chicago transplant criminals. They love doing their dirt here and our welfare system.
I been here a month now I feel the same about being not being to fast but not to slow either I fw it but it is a big difference from the south tho
New Yorker over here and I also think about being bombed or drowned by a tsunami 😂
But seriously I have lived in the northeast region most of my life and I am honestly tired of the overcrowding..small apartment living..dirty streets etc. I have visited Chicago but surprisingly I didn’t feel safe riding my bicycle there. Anyway, I am wondering what would be the best time to visit Minneapolis Minnesota.
From Liberia to Maryland (7yr) to Minnesota (24yr). I will never leave. Everything you said plus great schools and good community.
Everything you listed is why I'm moving to Minnesota. And I like that it is off the beaten path and not everyone is flocking there.
The economy and green space are my top two reasons.
Anyway, I'm glad I found your channel. I'm moving to Minneapolis in August and these videos have been so helpful 😊
Nice. You find a place to rent yet or you buying?
@@movingtominnesota presently I have an extended stay booked for three months. I am looking for a townhouse in the area though.
Everyone should be moving to MN. I’ve travelled the world and it’s the best place to live in by far.
@@pryncecharming2133how are you been liking it up here so far?
You are so wrong. Mn. Is crime ridden and is like a third world country now
We need to keep this on the downlow though because we don’t want everybody moving up in here hehe
If they can get through one winter then they deserve to stay 🤣🤣🤣
Yeah, not gonna lie. You are right
Been born and raised by my mom and our family since 98. Minnesota is and will forever be my home and even my mom has had that talk with me one day saying “one day you don’t want to have a house anymore here else?” And I was like “maybe but this is my home state and I don’t plan to leave even as an adult” but the fact that this state can be chill to live in (no pun intended) and we have nothing HUGE in terms of reasons to visit but you are totally write about the food people here make HELLA tasty foods. That and I would say we have some good areas too in terms of walking and sight seeing. And the history center is nice too. But personally my favorite thing about this state is is quite literally in the upper middle of the country next to the Canadian border. So in terms of safety it makes me happy and comfy
My wife and I have lived here our whole lives. I do like a winter vacation somewhere warm though. Your point about minimal crazy critters is spot on though. I'm not trying to battle an alligator if I go for a swim.
I know right!!! lol. I just saw a video on TH-cam that an old lady was walking her dog and the alligator came up and killed her. I’m good.
I think Minnesota might be the best state to live and rise a family in the union. In honesty the winter is getting milder
Don’t jinx us on winter!! 🤣🤣🤣
It's -3 degrees farenheit
100 percent agree
I grew up in Minneapolis and when any other city, all I can think is, "Where the trees at?" Like, seriously, no other major metropolitan area can have trees?
All the trees are in he city and first ring suburbs. Older cities.
Lived in Florida my whole life mostly. Lol one time I was walking to work, a lady coming the other way stops me and warned me about an aligator on the side walk up ahead. My wife and I are moving to Minnesota in July. Just renting though.
😂😂😂 There's absolutely no way in hell that I want to deal with any of that lol.
I moved here in 2017 and never wanna leave. This is home now. I grew up in Miami and felt like a fish out of water. MN I feel a belonging to. And I love our seasons and esp our winters. They're not as cold as ppl hyped them up to be. Even the really cold days are short lived. Its amazing how warm 20 degrees feels here lol
Street view at 4:40 is the street my dispensary is on and knew it instantly, I’m a weed head yo 😂😂😂
The midwest is not for wimps...Do not want to contend with alligators, lots of bugs, hurricanes, dry desert weather with high heat...I'm a Norwegian and like the brisk weather of the midwest..I get energized just hiking, snowshoeing, sledding or just walking in the snow....I'm like you, I sweat easily... My body is adapted to this weather...When temps are quite cold-before going out make this....Hot cocoa with cinnamon, cloves, ginger and cardamon, a little bit of pepper also...these spices warm your body. Try it, it works..Left MN and moved to Wisconsin, to a small town...Like it...
Bugs are nothing here in the Midwest. Go to Florida if you wanna see bugs. Flying cockroaches aka palmetto bugs should follow FAA guidelines.
NICE SHOT of New Hope/Crystal Area! Jets Pizza is BOMB!
That’s where I grew up!
Hey fellow Minnesotan. As someone getting free college here, I can not complain. I lived in KCMO before here and there are nothing but pros for me. MO was way too hot and I didn't like that in the summer. The bugs are massive there as well. It gets so humid. MN summers are way nicer. MN & MO look very similar, but MN takes way better care of our parks. It isn't common in MN to see trash everywhere and needles in the parks like in KC. I also like how I got paid way more living here as the jobs pay better than in MO. Lastly, when it does snow MN obviously takes care of it quickly unlike in MO where the roads stay slick when it snows on occasion as they don't have the manpower to deal with it.
Great video. I’m moving back to St. Paul from Raleigh, NC next month. Looking forward to being back there.
Let me know if I can help!
So I am originally from NYC-born and raised… moved to Florida in 2016 for a change-hated it and moved to the Raleigh area (Cary!) in 2022… now we are looking to relocate to Minneapolis in 2026… I am overwhelmed but also excited!
Moved away for several decades. It grated on me almost everyday. I always saw myself as a minnesotan. Moved home about a year ago. LOVE IT!!!!!!!!! Here's my advice. Never leave.
Where did you move to when you left?
Moved to Boise id. Moving from the land of 10000 lakes to the high desert was never a good match
My Dad lived in Nevada for about twenty years he just moved back month ago. My brother lived in Texas for five years and I'm pretty sure he's been back for like three years now
Too hot down there?
I've literally tried to move away from Minnesota a few times, I've never made it more than 3 years..... I end up missing absolutely everything about Minnesota....
Minnesota will always call you home!
Idk what exactly it is, but noware else will ever feel like home the same way Minnesota makes it feel...
I really couldn't imagine living anywhere else. You don't really appreciate MN until you go somewhere else.
Not for me. I left and don't have any plans on returning. And I was born and raised there. Just not my scene. Best of luck though. 👍
Love the positivity :)
A bonus under the food category is how many unique donut and ice cream shops Minnesota has. Such an absolute treat to go around and discover unique sweets across the state. :)
Give me some recommendations on ones to go to!
As far as donut shops go I literally just look up one near me and have yet to be disappointed anywhere I've gone in Minnesota but here are some recommendations. :)
Donuts
Funner Brothers in Golden Valley
Old Fashion Donut Shoppe in Crystal
Bogart's Doughnut Co. in Edina
Wuollet Bakery in Minneapolis
Ice cream
2 Scopes in St. Paul
Honey & Mackie's in Plymouth
Nelson's in St.Paul or Stillwater
If you come to Duluth you definitely gotta try Johnson’s Bakery 🧁 literally the best doughnut you’ll ever have.
What positivity are you referring to? I’ve met the most evil monsters in my life in Minnesota
I adore living here. This is my third time and I am never leaving. It is wonderful!
The 3rd time? Where did you go?
I love Minnesota
Me Too!!
I've been here for over 25 years. The only time I was without a job for more than 2 weeks was 2008 when the economy crashed. My kids and grandkids are here. I bought a house 37 miles from St. Paul. Small Town America is were it's happening.
Yes most my family is here also dont forget great healthcare and benefits
I used to live in MN. Now I live in Toronto. I want to move back immediately to escape unaffordable housing costs, rising crime, rude people, horrible traffic, daily shootings and carjackings, and possibly the world’s worst airport, Pearson. And the politics in Canada suck! MN truly is the best and has no problems. I kid you not, Minneapolis has housing costs that are 1/50th the price of Toronto
Come back!
@@movingtominnesota Looking every single day to do so. I am losing my sanity here in Toronto and my mental health has. tanked. Worst place I’ve ever visited or lived in! I MISS MINNESOTA!!! I was lied to about the greatness of Canada.
I love Minnesota, but, are we really worth a 10% state tax? The state is awesome all by itself without the government reaching into my pocket. They need to reduce the state tax rate here.
My whole life has been in northern climates. I was born in Chicago and moved to Detroit at the age of 5. I lived there for another 9 years before being shipped to Minnesota, where my dad lived (and passed away) 44 years later. I'm still here; this is home!! Sometimes, the summer weather gets to me because it gets uncomfortably ( high humidity) hot even though I am still an athlete 3-4 months is about all the heat that I can stand. This is a beautiful place to live, and always have been. There are lots of jobs here so don't be fooled by some of these so-called homeless situations, some are self-inflicted with drug use, criminals that are fugitives from justice hiding, illegal immigrants, etc... but most of this kind of activity is in parts of Minneapolis, in Stpaul, they have been forced to move out. There is all kinds of help for people that WANT the HELP!! but if you are healthy with no disabilities then you are expected to WORK or train for work. Our parks, lakes, and recreation centers are well-kept and used regularly ( tax dollars). Rents are going up just like anywhere else in the US, but with lots of jobs, some people just grab a part-time to off-set the cost of living. As far as the winter months, I save indoor chores for these months, like modifying ( or accessorizing) my e-scooters, e-bikes, and motorcycles, I am also a huge Vikings, Twolves, Gophers, and Lynx. time goes fast here because there are many things to do all year round. People from the outside complain about the winters, technology has changed with heated hats, gloves, jackets, sox, etc😁 I would recommend for a vehicle to have at least 2. (AWD or 4-wheel drive to handle the snow, and a city car) for the spring summer, and fall.
Isnt that crazy! People complain about the winter but im sensitive to heat. when it gets too hot i just feel nasty and uncomfortable. At least with the cold you can put more clothes on.
I hate the cold, the people are rude as hell, cost of living is ridiculous, high ass taxes, and just NO! Born and raised here. The state might be great for ppl who aren’t from there but I’ll be leaving next year. Yall can have that state.
Totally agree and I am a life long Minnesotan, I hate the phrase Minnesota nice, it should be Minnesota condescending
I agree , I am only here because it isn’t too hard to find decent paying job
Bah bye y’all. Have a nice life.
lol
@@tjrothausen😂
Ive lived all over this country and like all good minnesota boys, i returned home. Never plan on leaving again
Alot of the people that I help move here have lived here before or are from here orginally.
I left for 5 years. Came back. Had 2 opportunities to move away again, couldn't do it. Love it here. Great video!
Alot of the people I help that are moving here hav lived here before or are from here originally.
I will be on a work assignment there soon and I look forward to exploring the area. I've live in many highly populated areas kind of looking for a place to settle eventually that's not so population dense.
I think you'll like it here. Posting a video today at 6pm on top 5 things to do while you're here!
Before I moved to MN, I watched your videos and I’m happy here compared to CA
I’m glad they helped!
been here 5 years i love it honestly. i miss my home state of alaska sometimes but ill never live their full time unless if i make 150k plus a year lol
It's that expensive out there?
Minnesota is breathtaking! From its 20,000 lakes to the vibrant Twin Cities, it’s a must-visit. 🌲🌊. I'm Currently grinding on getting a student visa so as to come better my life as a software Engineer and so far from watching you're videos I've never been so motivated , wish you could make a clip on a university I can apply on, so that I can experience Minnesota first Hand, since am Kenyan getting such information from somebody whose lived there all there life would really come in Handy.💯
Minnesota is full of crack and meth. All the people I grew up around are on heavy drugs and I never had the opportunity to become an adult here. I have the worst memories of all time in Minnesota. It’s trauma just to be in Minnesota. On top of walking on the sidewalk in the winter and people beeping their horns at you all the time. Constant harassment and inequality and garbage weather are all that’s in Minnesota.
I would suggest the University of Minnesota TC or Duluth. TC gives you the city vibe and duluth gives you the outdoors and what it has to offer with lake superior. Which ever they are both connected as they are under the same system! Cheers
Moved to OKLAHOMA in Dec 2020. Had a terrible experience and moved back in May 2024. Glad to be back!
Glad to have you back! What city are you in?
I’m praying that Minnesota will be my new home state at the start of the 2030s 🙏 I can’t stand the heat anymore here in Florida 🥵😩😫
That Florida heat is no joke
@@movingtominnesota You can say that again
Why not 2025?
@baxtronx5972 Gotta finish my grad school in Florida first before I can move to another state
try dealing with it in vegas. This year was brutal! I may move out that way myself.
Lived here for nearly 30 years never leaving
Are you from here or moved here?
@movingtominnesota born and raised!
Didn’t see the sun for 100 days in the winter of 95.
Great place to be from
the suburbs turn to country pretty fast too. So u can still have privacy & be close to everything.
True
Make sure to try out the Renaissance Festival around the same time as the State Fair, in Shakopee.
I’ve actually only been there once!
My buddy won a bunch of free turkey legs and said the mead was great.
Great video🎉
Thanks!
I Love ❤️ Mn I been here for, foreva……..people leave and come right back. Economically I Love it. Mn is so slept on. Governor Walz has taken care of us👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾Another thing super stars are here. I learned culture here.
Tell em!!
Lifelong Minnesotan, born and raised here. Walz is the worst governor I've seen in my 65 years. He spends our money like it grows on trees, he failed to return a 19 billion dollar tax surplus to Minnesotan citizens, many financial scandals under his watch, his handling of the Floyd riots was a fail, he changed our state flag, etc. etc. In addition to our horrible governor, driving on ice and snow in the winter can be dangerous. Other than those negatives, I love pretty much everything else about our state.
@@wendynelson3212 oh my I’m so sorry you feel that way 🫢not. You know you lying and the truth ain’t you 😂🤣😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
@2B-Steele we had a 17 billion dollar surplus, and they raised taxes? That's not treating us right, that's blatant thievery.
@@wendynelson3212 the new flag is a total upgrade from the old out of date out of touch flag!! 😂
Yes do a food video but different categories like $-$$-$$$ for instance and like best pizza best tacos one video u were talking about the best wings so now we r definitely goin to try!! Only been here a little under 2 years and there is SO MUCH TO TRY it’s low key overwhelming!
🤣 I like that idea actually, I might do that!. Where did you move here from?
@@movingtominnesota we moved here from Oklahoma(3 hours north of Dallas) in 2022
I love the winter!
I wouldn’t say I love it. But I don’t mind it most days.
I LOVE a good MN winter 😊
😵 I definitely wouldnt go that far lmao!
I moved from MN because of the self employment tax that Wallz put in. I was getting destroyed by it.
Minnesota got my ❤️ but keep me posted on where we retiring 😂
LMAO! I'll keep you posted.
Damn, I lived in MN for over 10 years. I originally came from CA. I hate living here. I used to loved the idea of snow but now I just hate it. The cold burns my skin and bones! I hate being cold all the time. I hate when it snows cause the roads gets unsafe to drive. I hate I can’t grow my favorite perennial fruits and veggies all year round compare to warmer states. You’re so limited in what you grow in MN. You spend way more money in MN than warmer states. I just want to save money and grow my own food. My regret is living here way too long. I will be leaving to a warmer state.
My husband and I moved here 19 years ago in October. We love it.
Where did you move here from?!
I'm from mpls and it's depressing. It's no reason to have a million dollars and live here. It's not alot to do here. Once you use to it it's over with. Are food is not alot of options. Winter is boring. I rather move west
For real. I’m from East side St. Paul, I’m tryna move to California. Minnesota is an evil wasteland in the winter
Bah bye!
@@tjrothausen ur old with no life I get it 😂
Bye! You won’t be missed, have fun with the earthquakes!
@@jakearsenta2144 don't know body know you weirdo ur mom ain't missed 😂
Im from Indiana and live in Minnesota maplehood
Nice!
Youre wearing shades because you have a bright future. Like the song says;)
Awwww thanks!
I moved here 7 years ago
Where are all my Duluth people at .. best city in Minnesota
What is the main dish in minisotta?
Tater tot hot dish 🤣
hi, can you tell me about st cloud hospital...
What do you want to know?
@movingtominnesota how is the city for long term residence? what's the cost of living?
Next time I’m in the app let’s play some 21
Minnesota is the best state for outdoor hot tubs - especially in January when the water meets the cold air creates steam. The cold makes for great sleep which is healthy. Those who say it’s warm season only 3 months is a lie! You get at least 8 good months of leisure outdoor weather. The penalty living here is Dec-Jan-Feb but trust me, earthquakes, massive fires, mud slides, and hurricanes are a bigger penalty & don’t exist here.
For real though! People complain about the cold (it is cold as hell though 🤣) but I would MUCH rather deal with that than hurricanes and silly hot summers any day!
Winter isn't what it used to be so it shouldn't be that difficult to adjust to.
Yeah whats been going on lately????
Southside til I die baby. Born and raised. Whittier Wolves we out here👁️🌲👁️!!!
Well, one of the largest targets in a war would be where the nuclear weapons are kept. It’s not about attacking cities and people it’s about making countries incapable to fight and defend themselves. And our nuclear defense is among other States close by, also in North Dakota - so Minnesota wouldn’t survive that one either.
Well damn. I just learned something. 🙃🤣
Richfield and Golden Valley are the best 🤘
Why is that?
As a native of Bahamas raised in FL, and currently residing in GA. I adore your state, I also fell in love with Chicago too, but it's MSP that hold a special place in my heart. I'm just curious if I can handle y'all winters. Love the channel, and hope to meet you soon once I make my wish a reality. 🤓
Glad the channel is helpful! Hope to meet you soon!
makes me wish I had never left
Never too late to come back. 👀✈️
@@movingtominnesota that is very true. I would in a heartbeat. But family settled in Michigan for now… maybe after our last one is in college…
Well hopefully you'll be able to make it back!
@@JeffHowellMichigan is quite possibly the worst state.
@@jakearsenta2144 It has some good qualities, but I do hate it here.
I’m here. Disagree pretty thoroughly
Why is that?
@@movingtominnesota Diversity and progressive policies destroyed Minnesota, turned the metro into a crime ridden third world dump.
I lived in MN for 45 years. I moved across the border to Wisconsin and it’s like a different world. Minnesota is pretty unfriendly honestly. I had neighbors and they never talked to me. People were rude. Moving here has been lovely. I know my neighbors and it’s just easy to live here. The DMV is not a shit show like in MN. I can pay for my tabs at the grocery store! They actually plow the damn roads here too unlike in MN where they don’t want to ruin the environment so they are ok with people getting in accidents. The cost of living is similar but it’s the way of life that is better in Wisconsin. Wish I would have moved here sooner. When I have to go back to Minnesota, I dread it. It’s so chaotic there in comparison.
For those not from MN, the above post is BS. Definitely glad this miserable person left.
Yes I’ve lived in Wisconsin all my life and it is an easy place to live and navigate through
@@baxtronx5972 thanks I didn’t think that was true either
Superior?
I love Minnesota ❤this is my home
Born and raised?
I want to come back
Dooooo iiiitttttt. lol
Don’t come back. It’s miserable
Same… see my comment as to why. I’m living in a dreadful city
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I'm not joking dude. Keep it to your self please. Let the people know it is as cold as fk up here and call it a day . Thank you
Where exactly is this place that you live? If it has less cons than Minnesota I’d like to hear about it? Someone who once lived in deep South just because winters are warmer doesn’t mean life is better. It’s a Hollywood myth.
@@LamantBradfprd-k2n Right now its 19 degrees and windy snow blowing sideways. Dec 18th 24. Tomorrow is a high of 14 and a low of 7 degrees. and January is colder
@@theyrekrnations8990 So tell me about this perfect place where you live? What is the city & state?
Too many “income restricted” housing developments. NOT section 8 just income restricted. This leaves the working class with limited options for housing if they fall out of their income requirements. Even if you make $100 more a year than their requirements you can’t live there.
I’m all for affordable housing but these are expensive even for me who doesn’t qualify so who are they really helping? I’m working class paycheck to paycheck and am stuck in rougher neighborhoods with more crime because those properties dominate the nicer areas. I’m sure the state is chipping in and subsidizing these apartments.
The cold stops 365 homelessness from getting out of control
As a lifelong mn resident unless you are in a profession making 100k+ a year, plan on never owning a home or living in a crime riddled area or out in the boonies with an hour plus commute.
Fr, you need to make at minimum 19k to be above the poverty line in mn. We also have the 5th highest state tax.
The minimum wage is still only 11.50, and yes, certain cities raised that, but it's not going up or changing fast enough.
Finding a 2 bedroom apartment is at a minimum 2500 a month, not including utilities.
Please do more research than watching this video. A lot of this mans points seem ill researched and/biased.
Like the war one. We are a border state and have seen a surge of illegal crossings in the last 10 years.
Coupled with at least 7 military bases.
This state also made it a crime to defend yourself in a home invasion.
I could do more reasons like the failing school system or how the cities Minneapolis, st paul, Rochester, and dulth controll the state or how our governor got sued for staying in a mansion in one of thee most expensive towns after his house burned downed.
Or how our government would waste 2 weeks passing laws about abortion of which has been enshrined in our states constitution since the early 80s if memory servers.
Actually if your a vote blue no matter who crowd this place is probably paradise.
This state is always 5 years way from being California.
It sounds like YOU have a bias.
@@tcdan-c2m i do because I live here. It sucks so much ass that most people who can leave do and have.
@kbyouknowbaby91 You're the first person I've heard mention this. What i could find is a bill walz pushed through requiring half of all cars available to be sold in Minnesota to be electric or hybrid by 2025. Passed that nothing stating any sorting of mandatory vehicle testing.
On a separate note, mn has a lot of brownouts in summer less than 30 minutes outside of the twin cities due to how we get power and my states "green" views aka shutting down coal power plants and refusing to build anything but wind and solar which lose massive efficiency in winter same with electric cars and hybrids.
California already told people in the dead of summer to not charge their cars. Can't imagine being told that in the dead of winter here in mn.
Minnesota is too liberal need a new governor who is not a communist, also get rid of the Met Council
for real. minnesota has gotten terrible and we all KNOW why that is but are not allowed to say. there is a big difference between the ones who built Minnesota and maintain its social systems and the ones migrate and leech off of it. Minnesota had gotten much worse over the last several decades.
We are allowed to say it and alot of us have been saying it. The ones that don't just don't have any morals to stand on.
@@gabebishop821 people need to stop voting Democrat
I moved across the border into Wisconsin. After Walz and his reign of terror during Covid-my family was over it. We moved and it’s been delightful! The only downside is the jobs. We have to work in Minnesota. There are jobs in Hudson and surrounding but they don’t pay as well. So I’m working on my own business (actually there’s alot of family businesses here). It’s just way nicer here and the people are nicer and the roads actually get plowed. Even the DMV is nice! I’m kicking myself for staying in Minnesota so long. Stupid mask wearing sheeples.
@@michellebuckdesignsYeah, MN is so terrible it employs people living in other states. Please move further away and stop stealing jobs from real Minnesotans.