Thinking about relocating to Mount Vernon from Kansas City

Mateo Mendoza Apr 14, 2025

From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are challenging, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.

22 upvotes

Maria W. Apr 24, 2025

OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.

Background: I'm a contractor, 36, moved here 9 years ago from Denver. I've lived in Midtown and Cedar Grove, and traveled to most parts of the metro.

**What I love:**
1. Four distinct seasons
2. Strong sense of community
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally better than expected - I found my community within the first year

**What I don't love:**
1. Traffic during rush hour is rough
2. Property taxes are high
3. The outdoor recreation situation is established and doesn't seem to be improving

**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Midtown: Great for singles. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- Cedar Grove: More affordable, family-friendly.

**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.

**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Denver, everything felt tough. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are manageable. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $70K-$110K here.

**Final verdict:**
Hope this helps!. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.

20 upvotes

Joshua Robinson Apr 11, 2025

yep

8 upvotes

Sophie Castillo Apr 27, 2025

underrated comment

4 upvotes

Isabella Walker Apr 4, 2025

Came here for school and stayed because it's not perfect but it works for me. The outdoor recreation is honestly improving and I don't see that changing anytime soon.

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