PROS & CONS of Living In Philadelphia in 2024
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- Опубліковано 19 чер 2024
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Whether you want to move here or not, we don't care either way. You're welcome.
I moved to Philly basically because it's a big city with decent public transit and it is relatively affordable, compared to other big cities like San Francisco, Miami and New York, which were also on my list. So far, I like it here very much and if I ever move, it will probably be to smaller, more rural town, still in Pennsylvania, though.
How long since you first moved to Philly?
Welcome to Philly!
I’m looking for a large city with good public transit too.
@@lilmissplantslut Reach out if I can be of assistance.
Check out Bristol Borough in Bucks County. You can even take the train! R7, I believe
Great video! I went to university in Philly in the late 80s, and then lived there again in 2005-2011. Have lived in London since 2011, but having recently retired, i am moving back to Philly at the end of 2024.
One positive I would add to your list is the people. I visited Philly for a week last September, as was reminded of how friendly the people are. Whether it's a server in a restaurant, a bartender, the cashier at the CVS, a bus driver, a city employee on the phone dealing with a tax issue, or even asking a stranger on the street for directions to a bus stop, everyone I met was really nice.
Wow - glad you had a positive experience and thank you for sharing!
Which university did you attend?
Another positive about living in Philly is that since you are in Pennsylvania you're close to a lot of farms if you just either google or network to find them. That means that even with the government trying to poison our food so much you can still find really clean and delicious produce and meat as well.
Thanks for your comment! Good perspective about farms
so nice damn
Good observations! I live in University City, which is one of the best districts to live in Philly: shady streets of charming Victorian homes, excellent corner cafes and restaurants, safe and relatively clean. Philly is a great place to live if you are retired: so much more affordable than DC, Boston, Atlanta, Miami or NYC - the public transportation system is good and FREE if you're a senior. PA does not tax your Social Security or Pension income. No need to own a car! Our healthcare infrastructure is superb with the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP) one of the ten best in the entire country, and other top rated hospitals like Thomas Jefferson, Albert Einstein, Wills Eye Institute, Philadelphia Children's Hospital. Now the "cons" ... you will see homeless people almost everywhere - beggars and panhandlers. Parking in some areas is nightmarish, in South Philly you'll see cars parked right in the middle of the street and that seems accepted.
I agree with this list, especially #8. For most people, Philly is a safe-ish city. Even in the areas where most of the crime happens, its mainly involving people who live a particular lifestyle.
I love Philly!! I grew up in Suburbs of Jersey and went to College and later worked in Center City. Was never a City fan, but when I got married the City was where we wound up. That was 1999 and I have to thank my exwife (and Prince) After I divorced I moved to High Rise in Washington Square. I am 64 and plan to live the rest of my Life in Philly! Easy to get around. Many forms of Transportation and where I live I can walk almost everywhere! Arts and Culture all within blocks and if you don't live in heart there are so many Neighborhoods with different flavors. If you like Sports nothing more passionate than a Philly Phan!!! Movies, Theater, Art all incredible. And Philly people are nuts and gnarly and just cool. No place like it.
Thanks for your perspective !
Philly is a good affordable alternative to New York City. I can’t think of anything NYC has that Philly doesn’t.
Indeed
I grew up there and lived there until my kids were school aged. It’s not bad for a city. Things that stunk were the city wage tax and getting snowed in if you live on a small street. I tell everyone it’s OK. It has the best sports fans anywhere, hoagies and soft pretzels!
I moved to Bucks Country and found it, to be great.
Where Washington crossed the Delaware!
Excellent, love the pros and cons info.
Glad it was helpful!
Good information and accurate. Thank you enjoyed this one
Glad you enjoyed the video! Email me if I can be of service!
@livingincentercity no doubt thank you
The thing that interest me in relocating in Philly is all that you mentioned becauze I have already made a visit and this was just recently during the snowstorm. In from Dallas texas and no not a cowboy fans I dont know stuff about football. Im more in the NBA and I came to see the sixers. I was more impressed in the chinatown area being asian. Walked around the city and told myself hmmm everything I need is withing a 15 minute walk. My only dilemna with relocation as the prices for rent are equal to that of the downtown dallas area is the job market. I do not currently work remotely yet which makes it a harder choice just to move in a whim. If I could I would. It seems the Philly center city is more into a medical district type of opportunties. While I am more in the financial distrcit in terms of experience. Whats enticing is I do not need a car from what I saw and what I want to do. Forces me to walk which is healthy.
Nice, I'm glad you enjoyed your visit!
I would say that you can definitely get a job in finance in Philly. Send me an email (Chris@MeetChris.com) and I'll email you a finance recruiter that I know. Maybe they can help point you in the right direction.
Why didn't you mention the Philadelphia city tax? That combined with the PA state income tax, it's higher than most of those cities on your list.
Hello,
That's a great question; however, from my research (not being a CPA or tax professional), it's actually really not that different from many cities that I discuss and based on where many people come from when moving to Philly. The main reason is because PA has a very low state tax rate compared to NY, MA, NJ, CA, etc. So it's essentially a moot point when you factor in all taxes in comparison. For sure relevant, but it usually doesn't make it more expensive coming from NYC, anywhere in Cali, DC, etc. Sure, coming from Boston, you might save a $1,000 or two on income tax but home prices in downtown Boston are way more expensive than Center City Philly.
Also, PA has more favorable tax treatment for many retirees. Compared to NJ, NY, Cali, etc. Consult with your tax professional to confirm your particular situation but many people relocate to Philly to save on taxes in retirement but to also enjoy living in our exciting city vs living in a boring suburb in Florida.
I hope that helps!
(All of this depends on your tax bracket naturally so do your own research, consult your CPA, etc. I'm just some guy on UA-cam).
@@livingincentercity escaping the boring suburbs of Florida was my #1 reason to move to Philly!
@@amandagarcia3276Haha, nice! Are you enjoying it so far? Not sure how long you've been here..
@@livingincentercity yes, very much. Best decision ever.
@@livingincentercity just saying your video is misleading. Why not just give a true representation of the taxes you'd be paying while living in the city? It's not very hard to include in your presentation. You are effectively paying double than what you presented in your video. Who cares about comparing it to a more expensive city or a less expensive city?
Just give accurate information. Wouldn't you think that giving someone an accurate depiction of the taxes they would pay living there is more helpful than not doing so?
Hello Chris, could you please recommend some neightborhoods to chose a good Airbnb or a hotel to visit this city in June this year for the first time?
Hi Sandra, how long are you coming in for? Are you looking to just vacation here or potentially move here? Do you have kids? All of those variables may change my recommendation. Send me an email and I can give you a full list.
Without knowing more details, any area of Center City could be a great option for a hotel or Airbnb.
I’m from central Jersey and I’ve been to Philly a few times and I love the vibe! It’s definitely an ideal city I’d like to move to once I save up enough money and finish college
Come on down! I'm originally from north Jersey.
Trash and drugs is a big truth, but something that you didn't mentioned are the conditions of the roads. I'm not talking about the interstates, or the roads where the beautifull buildings and the market place are. The last time I stayed in Philaderphia back in 2021. I stayed 2 weeks and I drove the whole city. By that time, I would rate the roads condtions fair, but then in 2023 and recently in 2024, wow some of the roads, in special the ones that connect to the airport, look like they received air attack, a lot of holes, cracks. I hope the new administration pay more attention to all the 3 major topics: drugs problems, trash, roads, because what you and some others are showing is the beautifull parts, but behind of that is were the reality is hidden.
I appreciate your comments. You are right - there are definitely things that aren't stellar in the city that did not make my list. And I do hope the current mayor addresses many of them (she already is thankfully!).
I always advise clients to take a trip to Philadelphia and see the city for themselves. That's the only way to know for sure if you will enjoy living in Philadelphia.
That’s a PA problem. The roads in that state are bad. We say you know you are driving in PA when things get bumpy.
Lol, yes, PA could improve. The new mayor of Philly is committed to making the city a better place - even potholes.
Born & raised in Columbia SC, lived in Atlanta GA 7 years. I live in Albany NY now almost a year, and thinking about moving to Philly once I upgrade from CNA to LPN. Also I have my CDL, so I considered driving SEPTA.
Wow, you've had some big moves! Albany get so much snow, right?
@@livingincentercity yes, and yes it snowed alot, but it wasn't too bad
One thing I would like is that Philadelphiawould have a laws that no building is higher then that tower that is a part of the cityhall. 0:10
What airport is near Philly ? Can I live there without a car? Thinking of moving to a city so I dont have to drive. Also what is healthcare like?
There is a major airport (PHL) very close to the city. You can live in Philly without a car as we are the most walkable city in America but naturally it depends on where exactly you live and how you define walkable. Healthcare is stellar.
We're considering moving to Philly (Center City) and wanted to get your general thoughts around ER / hospitals. What are the top 2 hospitals in the area (cost not a concern).
Hello, that’s a great question. Please send me an email so I can find out what’s important to you. Chris@MeetChris.com
I don't know the answer to your question, but I do know 1 out of 6 doctors in the US received their education at a Philadelphia college or university
What do you mean about inequality? Are you referring to job options, race, housing??
Hi Kenisha,
You could argue there is inequality in Philly in every form but I was mainly talking about the disparity between the wealthiest and the poorest individuals.
What would be the best location to move in Philadelphia with family where the crime and drugs problem is least?
Hello,
Philly doesn't have a major drug problem relative to major cities aside from in Kensington (in North Philly). For crime stats, send me an email and I'll send you what I use for crime maps.
Drugs are everywhere in the city
@@user-dm3rd2hy9t Not in Center City!
No center city is just full of homeless and addicts but there is no drugs. hahahahahhahahahhahah why would they be there if they are no drugs ?
Why do people say Philly when Philadelphia is such a nice sounding word?
I hear you! People gravitate towards what is easier to say and Philly is much quicker.
I WAS BORN IN PHILLY,LIVED IN PHILLY FOR 11 YEARS,ITS A NICE CITY COMPARED TO NEW YORK🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅FLY EAGLES FLY
Thanks for your comment!
I'm going to guess that you are a Scorpio.
Hello, I have no idea. I was born in May.
@@livingincentercity so your either a Taurus or a Gemini