Should I move to Roanoke or stay in Los Angeles?

Mia Young Mar 25, 2026

The food scene here is tough. Tons of great craft beer places. it's not perfect but it works for me.

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Emily Richardson Apr 5, 2026

Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.

I'm a physical therapist who relocated here from Baltimore about 7 years ago. The main reasons were school and family.

Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Good healthcare facilities

Cons that are real:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Homeless population growing downtown

Financially, we've found it decent compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are wild, gas is improving.

Socially, I'm still on the fence after all this time. No regrets on my end..

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