Living in Minnesota | Pros & Cons

Living in Minnesota | Pros & Cons
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So you want to know the Pros & Cons of Living in Minnesota? We’ve got a lot of awesome things to be proud of and we also have some things that are not so good.
Let’s start with one of the biggest Cons of living in Minnesota…the Winters…the temperatures get so cold at times that it makes you want to cry.
The next Con of living in Minnesota is the Summer Road Construction…since the weather is pretty cold for a good portion of the year our fellow Road Construction heroes only have a brief period of time to fix the damage that was caused by the winter.
Con number three would have to be the Mosquitos and a close second, the black flies. Now the mosquitos are most likely going to be number one on most people’s lists, but I find they can be managed much easier in the Twin Cities Metro. Some of the suburbs treat the high-prone areas where they hatch so the mosquito numbers are much less compared to areas that they don’t treat like areas outside of the metro.
Con number 4 is the fact that we get let down a lot from our Minnesota Sports teams… whether you’ve been a fan of the Vikings, Twins, Timberwolves, Wild, and a few others…there’s a good chance that you’ve been let down.
Con number 5 is that our terrain is mostly flat and if you like to downhill ski you won’t be too impressed with our ski hills in Minnesota. We’ve got a few nice options to practice on, but if you’re used to skiing in the mountains, you’re going to be let down.
Okay, enough of the Cons…let’s move on to the Pros and what makes Minnesota an awesome place to live!
Number 1 is the people…Overall, you find very friendly people in Minnesota. I’m sure you’ve heard of Minnesota nice…and it’s pretty true. Of course, there are always some bad eggs, but you’ll mostly find that people are polite, willing to help strangers, smile as you walk by, pleasant in their conversations, and overall friendly. If your neighbor knows you’re on vacation or your snowblower is down they won’t hesitate to blow your driveway for you.
Pro number two is the abundance of outdoor activities. As you may know, we are considered the land of 10,000 Lakes, but we actually have more than that number. So as you would imagine we have plenty of water activities for you to enjoy. Boating, canoeing, water skiing, fishing, swimming, skating, snowmobiling, and ice fishing to name a few. We also have some pretty awesome camping options as well as mountain biking, hiking, trail running, and cross-country skiing. There is also something about that fresh Minnesota air.
Pro number three is that we have a strong job market in Minnesota. We have a low unemployment rate and many Fortune 500 Companies that call Minnesota home. For example, we have, Target, United Health Group, 3M, Best Buy, General Mills, and Land O’ Lakes to name a few. The median income is also higher than the majority of our other states. So if you want to work you’ll be able to find a job!
Pro number four is our Quality Health Care System. Minnesota is home to the world-renown Mayo Clinic along with many other quality options. People fly in from all over the world to be treated by these quality institutions, so you’re in good hands here.
Pro number 5 is the overall Quality of Life here. We’ve got a great educational system with over 200 colleges and universities and wonderful options for grade school, middle schools, and high schools. Minnesota is frequently ranked as one of the most literate states in the US. We’ve also got a fairly laid-back feel when it comes to our day-to-day living. When it comes to roads we have a well-designed highway network especially compared to other major cities…and if we get a huge snowstorm, we’ve got a large deployment of snowplows that will treat the roads and clear snow so you can be on your way safely. Just remember to slow down, have good tires, and give some space between vehicles on those snowy or icy days.
Pro number 6 is the music scene is one of the best in the country. Minnesota is home to Bob Dylan, Prince, The Replacements, and one of my favorites Trampled By Turtles. We also have a legendary music venue First Avenue where some of the best musicians have played their hearts out.
Okay, now for one of my favorite pros of Minnesota. It kind of has to do with the outdoor activities that I mentioned before…It’s the Boundary Waters Area of northern Minnesota and the Superior Hiking trail system north of Duluth.
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  • @northerniltree
    @northerniltree Жыл бұрын

    Minnesota mosquitoes don't just bite, they commit felony assault.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    😄 They can, but not too bad in the metro area.

  • @richardnoggin3884

    @richardnoggin3884

    11 ай бұрын

    I can also say that over 7 years inside the St Paul side of the metro, mosquitoes were never a problem

  • @irmakalember3709

    @irmakalember3709

    11 ай бұрын

    Omg 😂😂😂😂

  • @sawyeratkinson

    @sawyeratkinson

    10 ай бұрын

    As a man who's living in greenbackville va, and extended family on the eastern shore of va all my life...they ain't getting thru this leather lolol But, time to go and I'm caught between southern MN and places like ms and ak

  • @truefact4439

    @truefact4439

    9 ай бұрын

    ​@richardnoggin3884 Ya the blacks are the real problem

  • @YouTubeRealtor
    @YouTubeRealtor2 жыл бұрын

    What a great content. Hope to see more!

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    2 жыл бұрын

    I appreciate that, thanks again for watching!!😊

  • @MissMichoS
    @MissMichoS7 ай бұрын

    I'm only 2 minutes in and I love how you're putting a positive spin on all the cons and giving tips to make them even better. ❤ Thanks for making this!

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    7 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching, Michelle! I try look at the positives in all situations.😊

  • @joerobert-qe9cn

    @joerobert-qe9cn

    4 ай бұрын

    Iam been living in 65 years some nice people in world from MN also the most evilest people also from MN

  • @godblessamerica7048
    @godblessamerica70489 ай бұрын

    I grew up in northern Minnesota on Lake Winnibigoshish and the mosquitoes are nasty. 🦟 We have two seasons in northern Minnesota, winter, and bug season, versus in the Twin Cities, we have winter and road construction. The horse and deer flies will chase you and when I was a kid on my bicycle and looking behind, I would see a swarm of flies following me. 🪰 Then if that is not enough wood ticks are everywhere. Also, immature mayfly nymphs which live on the lake bed will emerge from the lake and cover everything. They don't have a mouth at this stage and will die within a day or two. Some places in the state use snowplows to clear their roads of piles of mayflies.

  • @warriorempathshealingfromn5625
    @warriorempathshealingfromn5625 Жыл бұрын

    I'm 68 and I left the Twin Cities last October for Palm Springs, CA. I was born and raised and lived in the Twin Cities area almost all of my life. What finally got me to leave was the winters and aging. I was tired of fighting the snow and ice on the roads and the sidewalks and I don't like living my life based on the snow and weather reports. I'm able to stay active, even in the Palm Springs heat. One thing I miss is, is Minnesotan's talk to everyone, whether you're waiting for a elevator or waiting in line for anything, we talk to strangers and out here in Cali, not so much. I will always bleed purple, even though the Vikings suck me in every year, just to disappoint at the end of the season.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear you're able to stay active!! Thanks for Watching! Go Vikings!!😄

  • @grocerystud9193
    @grocerystud91937 ай бұрын

    I'm born and raised in NC, but I'm a cold weather guy. I've never been to MN but when I do make the trip, I want to experience the cold at least once.

  • @BeckhamBjerknes
    @BeckhamBjerknes Жыл бұрын

    I love his videos

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    I appreciate that Beckham!!

  • @Mav0585
    @Mav05856 ай бұрын

    Considering a move to Virginia, after 38 years year (with only a 4 year break living in GA) it’s just too cold here in the winter! And I miss mountains. I went to school in Seattle and that was eye opening.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    6 ай бұрын

    That's a pretty good run, Matthew! If you do decide to make the move I'm here if you need any help with the selling process. Do you have family in Virginia?

  • @EXMUTRKS
    @EXMUTRKS Жыл бұрын

    I need stability and an easy commute to my work and back home. This looks like the place.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    It all depends on when you live and work. Where are you thinking?

  • @magen5628
    @magen56282 жыл бұрын

    I love your living room it's beautiful , nice work.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, it's actually my home office/studio. Thanks for watching!

  • @donerickson7305
    @donerickson73054 ай бұрын

    I never lived there but love Harmon Killibrew

  • @merc340sr
    @merc340sr5 ай бұрын

    I'm Canadian from Northern Ontario. Minnesota is just an extension of Northern Ontario...I've been to Grand Portage, Superior National Park, International Falls, Baudette...did some canoeing around there...

  • @user-pb8ej4et4p

    @user-pb8ej4et4p

    3 ай бұрын

    😠

  • @Pets_over_people
    @Pets_over_peopleАй бұрын

    Rual mn. / southwest is super nostalgic. And no city busses that run at a flat rate , it's all scheduled so good luck getting your business done

  • @IronRangeOutlawBrigade
    @IronRangeOutlawBrigade5 ай бұрын

    The best is the mesabi iron range!!!

  • @tasaneesomintr871
    @tasaneesomintr8712 жыл бұрын

    I love people there they are so so sweet.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    2 жыл бұрын

    I think the people are pretty great too!!😊

  • @DrSlick
    @DrSlick7 ай бұрын

    Minnesota always pays the highest for travel healthcare. But I'm hesitant about the weather.

  • @jasonboles7591
    @jasonboles75913 ай бұрын

    I spent a weekend in the twin cities hoping to see some deep snow with close to 0 degrees!! Swing and a miss lol maybe next time

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Ай бұрын

    I know... We didn't really have a winter this year. 🥴

  • @My_Spiritual_Journey.
    @My_Spiritual_Journey.2 жыл бұрын

    It sounds wonderful. I would like to live in Minnesota.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    2 жыл бұрын

    It is pretty great. We definitely have some negatives, but overall a wonderful place to live.

  • @danblekeberg2470

    @danblekeberg2470

    18 күн бұрын

    I have lived here for 67 years. Don't even think of moving here ! Unless you want to be inside for 7-8 months when it is cold. More cloudy days than sunny days. High tax's too. I am now retired and am looking for something in Florida. Where they have awesome weather, low tax's, and a great governor !

  • @DjCjSupreme8306
    @DjCjSupreme830610 күн бұрын

    Not to mention we barely get any severe weather

  • @borntoteachw4028
    @borntoteachw4028 Жыл бұрын

    Great video! Just don’t forget we DO HAVE a winning Sports Team = The Lynx !! 4 time world champions !

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    That is very true, thank you!!

  • @urstrulybella
    @urstrulybella Жыл бұрын

    i can't wait to move to Minnesota! im from NYC & im over it. i will definitely reach out when is time to move.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    Awesome, I'd be honored to help! Thanks for watching.

  • @johnoconnor6356
    @johnoconnor63567 ай бұрын

    I live in New Jersey, and if I had the means, I would move to Minnesota. I love the distinct change of seasons. I have seen some recent KZread videos of the snow they had out there last winter, some with heavy thunderstorms, etc. Here in NJ, yes, they do have a descent change of seasons here, too, but all too often, what start out as descent snowstorms, change to rain. Snow cover out here is almost never sustained. They say that some of the cons if living in Minnesota are the very cold and snowy winters, which are pros to me. Whatever snow falls in New Jersey varies from winter to winter. There may be some descent snowstorms in some seasons, but last winter, outside of a few flurries, there was no snow here whatsoever. The winter before that there was only one 8 or 9 inch snowfall, that was it. The only con about snow to me is having to drive in it, otherwise I love snow. I also live thunderstorms, which while they do have them in New Jersey, all too often they are hit and miss, and too short lived.

  • @BenStenson

    @BenStenson

    6 ай бұрын

    Long as you don’t mess up the place with the people you voted for that messed up your place

  • @FranticMonster11
    @FranticMonster11 Жыл бұрын

    As an Australian and a Minnesota Vikings fan...id LOVE to live in Minnesota. looks like a lovely place!!!

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    I love to hear that you're a Vikings fan!! You'd fit in well!!😄

  • @FranticMonster11

    @FranticMonster11

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LivingInMN and I LOVE the cold too! Maybe 1 day huh? lol

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    The cold and winter is great if you embrace it. 😄

  • @jamiegrasso4365
    @jamiegrasso4365 Жыл бұрын

    I live in Central Florida we have helicopters and trucks that go around the neighborhood with insecticide that kills mosquitos haven't been bitten ever, grew up in Nebraska got bitten there.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    It sounds like like they've got it figured out! I live in Woodbury, MN (just east of St Paul) and I rarely get a mosquito bite. 👍🏻

  • @TheTess64
    @TheTess64 Жыл бұрын

    I am Norwegian and I am used to winters and the cold. I lived in California for 10 years, but if I ever go back I would definitely go to Minnesota. From your last name I think you are Norwegian descendant as we have the family name Bjerknes as well, and because of Norwegians settling there. Thanks for the video I really enjoyed it.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes, you are correct, I am Norwegian. I'm from northern MN where there seem to be a lot of us.😄. Thanks for watching!

  • @saucymundo6615
    @saucymundo6615 Жыл бұрын

    Wow, I really hear your Minnesota accent. Love it.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    😄 What accent??😉. Thanks for watching, Saucy.

  • @GLRYB2GD

    @GLRYB2GD

    10 ай бұрын

    ​@@LivingInMNlol that's exactly what I always say too. What accent??? 😁

  • @jasonboles7591
    @jasonboles759110 ай бұрын

    I'm going to visit Minnesota this winter catching a Vikings game vs the Packers on New Year's Eve. As a southern I can't wait to see how nice you guys really are!! SKOL VIKINGS....

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    10 ай бұрын

    😄 go Vikings!! That sounds like a great game to attend!

  • @Jesus-do1wl
    @Jesus-do1wl Жыл бұрын

    I’ve lived in New York City, currently living in Los Angeles, CA, and am looking to relocate due to high cost of living, I went to visit Austin, TX in June and am planning to visit the Minneapolis/St.Paul, MN area and Reno, NV pretty soon. Minnesota is definitely on my list of options of cities to move to.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    It's a great place to live! Just a little cooler than your other options. 😊

  • @mentorsinspire

    @mentorsinspire

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm in NYC and looking at the same places! Good luck with your move!

  • @kathleenmartin8334

    @kathleenmartin8334

    Жыл бұрын

    Be careful because crime has increased by 500% since 2020.

  • @brimnac

    @brimnac

    Жыл бұрын

    Trust me Minnesota is awsome!

  • @Jesus-do1wl

    @Jesus-do1wl

    Жыл бұрын

    Went to visit Minneapolis back in August and Reno, NV in October. Reno, NV is off the list now. Down to Minneapolis and Austin. I had a great time in Minneapolis, it was an awesome trip. I loved Minneapolis and loved Austin. Will be deciding soon within the next 2 months or so.

  • @wongjoman1227
    @wongjoman12272 ай бұрын

    I wanna go there!!!!! 😭

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Ай бұрын

    Come and visit!

  • @MikhailProskalov
    @MikhailProskalov Жыл бұрын

    Grew up in Petrozavodsk, Karelia republic in Russia. Right in the middle of downtown we have some kind of billboard or a sign telling about friendly towns all over a world. On of them is Duluth, minessota. Dreaming to visit it one day

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    That's really cool! Duluth is beautiful and I think you'd love it.

  • @angelavanhorn2325
    @angelavanhorn23255 ай бұрын

    I'm a loner, so living up northern MN pitchy😁😁👍🐕🐕

  • @eugenenyanmaomy8804
    @eugenenyanmaomy880411 ай бұрын

    I'm planning to move to twins city Minnesota next winter after graduation.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    10 ай бұрын

    That’s great, Eugene! Congratulations on graduating!!

  • @Gnomiumm
    @Gnomiumm Жыл бұрын

    Born and raised in small towns in Minnesota myself and I thought that these cons (aside from the cold) were normal everywhere lol. Are mosquitos and black flies not as bad everywhere else?

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    They aren't as bad in the Twin Cities, because they treat for them. What towns did you live in?

  • @Gnomiumm

    @Gnomiumm

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LivingInMN Lived near Shokapee my whole life

  • @IRLTheGreatZarquon

    @IRLTheGreatZarquon

    10 ай бұрын

    I live up near the border by Grand Forks, and before that I lived in the Iron Range in Itasca county. The mosquitoes up here will fly off with your dog and then beat you up just for fun.

  • @mindyhenthorne8067
    @mindyhenthorne8067 Жыл бұрын

    Do you work with rentals or even cabins? I live in Truman, MN and I would not recommend to anyone, I call it gunsmoke!

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Mindy! I have inlaws that live in Fairmont. Send me an email and I'd love to help. Darin@Minnesotan.com

  • @astridarroyave
    @astridarroyave8 ай бұрын

    Thanks. Lovely 😊. How about the arts?

  • @merc340sr
    @merc340sr5 ай бұрын

    Minnesota North Stars...go Stars!

  • @kipbarnhill8848
    @kipbarnhill88483 ай бұрын

    If every winter was like the 23-24 winter it wouldn't be that much of a con.

  • @markmath2883
    @markmath2883Ай бұрын

    I grew up in Mankato. Left and never looked back. State sucks! Looney left, mosquitos and freezing temperatures.

  • @Bayenseltd
    @Bayenseltd11 ай бұрын

    Well, I will be moving in to start a life here soon....

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    11 ай бұрын

    Great! I'm here to help when you're ready.

  • @donnyt857
    @donnyt8572 жыл бұрын

    What do you know about Angle Inlet? 😅

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    2 жыл бұрын

    I do! It's way up North by Lake of the Woods. Kind of a crazy story😄

  • @steakfilly5199
    @steakfilly51992 жыл бұрын

    The cold is a plus in my opinion (besides car accidents)

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    2 жыл бұрын

    I guess it depends how cold for most people, I would say😄. I think the snow is a plus, at least for me!😊 Thanks for watching!!

  • @steakfilly5199

    @steakfilly5199

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@LivingInMN yeah. For me snow and cold is just beautiful And one plus of the extreme cold is when your covered in blankets and super cozy. I love that feeling. I also love the feeling of when your inside and there’s a loud wind creaking the foundation of the house. That’s happening right now for me. But I can definitely see people not liking that. My grandparents are from down south and they can’t handle anything below 50 degrees

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm with you, but I also like to go Winter camping, so some people might think I'm nuts😄. I also love a wood fireplace and an actual fire. Combine a cozy blanket and there is something special about that. Many may not agree with us though😊.

  • @steakfilly5199

    @steakfilly5199

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@LivingInMN yes a lot of people don’t

  • @zzennaxc

    @zzennaxc

    Жыл бұрын

    real! i love the cold

  • @gr59ey
    @gr59ey Жыл бұрын

    How well do you think someone from New Jersey could adapt? I’m only 20 but I’m thinking about it for further down the road.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    I think you could adapt easily, especially at 20/21.

  • @jchow5966
    @jchow5966 Жыл бұрын

    This is a excellent video -minnesota is a terrific place to live!!!!!

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you, J Chow!! I would agree with you on that. Where do you live?

  • @boeing747iscool
    @boeing747iscool Жыл бұрын

    I already live in MN but I cant feel the fresh air I do live in a small town maybe that's why

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    Small towns have fresh air too!😄

  • @Great_Banana
    @Great_Banana Жыл бұрын

    As someone who has been born and raised in AZ, I heard Minnesota is basically the opposite of AZ and I am moving there next summer so this is definitely gonna help me know what to expect.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    That is somewhat true, especially the weather😄. Thanks for watching!

  • @whodatnation80

    @whodatnation80

    Жыл бұрын

    My family and I are moving to maplewood in August from Arizona.

  • @whodatnation80

    @whodatnation80

    Жыл бұрын

    What's making you move to Minnesota

  • @cj.17

    @cj.17

    Жыл бұрын

    im moving this fall from new orleans for school, so same thing!

  • @GLRYB2GD

    @GLRYB2GD

    10 ай бұрын

    I did the opposite.

  • @againstanarmyofshadows
    @againstanarmyofshadows4 ай бұрын

    If you really think mndot does such a great job then I challenge you to come drive the stretch of 169 between Virginia and Hibbing during and right after a snowstorm!

  • @ms.congeniality657
    @ms.congeniality657 Жыл бұрын

    Ex Minnesotan!!!! I lived in Eden prairie 🙌. I left and I never went back lol. I love Massachusetts. But I do go back and visit my family.

  • @xtone810

    @xtone810

    Жыл бұрын

    Minnesota sucks.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    Eden Prairie is a very nice community. Glad to hear you're happy with Massachusetts!

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    @@xtone810 please elaborate.

  • @Gandam010
    @Gandam0106 ай бұрын

    Approximately, how long is the extreme cold duration in twin cities?

  • @53philp

    @53philp

    6 ай бұрын

    Nov. is hit or miss, Dec. thru Mar. are the coldest, Apr. is hit or miss.

  • @Gandam010

    @Gandam010

    6 ай бұрын

    @@53philp will I suffer if i went out the dorm during this period? I don’t know because I’ve never experienced this coldness as someone from the middle east

  • @schnealy
    @schnealy7 ай бұрын

    Ben Harper twice. Respect.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    7 ай бұрын

    Ha, yes! He puts on great shows!!

  • @Acnhfan283
    @Acnhfan28318 күн бұрын

    This video is old. Lol. I plan on moving to Fergus Falls. Really peaceful and beautiful town. Edit:so the traffic wouldn’t be that much, I think. 😁.

  • @Beatertruck

    @Beatertruck

    2 сағат бұрын

    It's an alright town. A lot of dumb drivers there.

  • @davidseitiffe5088
    @davidseitiffe508810 ай бұрын

    Definitely i want to get out of florida, since i arrived here on us its like an inferno i dont know how the people here its used to be on a "normal" day up to 85 degrees, until i get set up my paperwork, I've got on my list minnesota because the cost of living at least isn't like here 1 bedroom for 1000$ on kendall?? i really cannot stand that Also guys wish me luck it would be my first time experiencing snow

  • @Killerspieler0815
    @Killerspieler0815 Жыл бұрын

    at least only 4 mounths of mosquitos instead of allways mosquitos like in Florida ... traffic jam + car dependency is a general problem in USA + Canada

  • @lisadesmond9112
    @lisadesmond911211 ай бұрын

    Looking to move from Florida and Minnesota is high on my list. How is Mankato?

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    11 ай бұрын

    Mankato is a nice community around 45,000 people in southern MN. It's about an hour and a half to the MSP airport.

  • @RockinCowgirl1000

    @RockinCowgirl1000

    6 ай бұрын

    It's a college town, known as a bit of a party town. They have a cool outdoor ampitheater and the Minnesota river flows through, actually makes a bend in the city, so it's not just farm fields.

  • @toddowen7099
    @toddowen7099 Жыл бұрын

    Dump Minneapolis, St.Paul, Madison and Milwaukee In that Sewer Chicago! Dream come TRUE!!!

  • @thetomasloretta
    @thetomasloretta Жыл бұрын

    Is Bloomington close to U of M? I want to live in Minneapolis proper, my wife wants Bloomington. Is there a fair amount of new construction in Bloomington? Thank you.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    It's pretty close... About 20-25 minutes depending where in Bloomington. Bloomington is fairly large. However, not a lot of new construction.

  • @mandandanmandamayor3511

    @mandandanmandamayor3511

    Жыл бұрын

    Bloomington is a nondescript suburb. Not much to it. Minneapolis is one of the great cities of the world. There is not much doubt which one I would choose.

  • @tonyaparker8563

    @tonyaparker8563

    Жыл бұрын

    bloomington does have the mall of america

  • @thethomaschronicals2024
    @thethomaschronicals2024 Жыл бұрын

    I’d like to move back to Minn after living abroad for 20 years Grew up in (New Brighton). Can you give me advice please. Have children and edu cation is a serious factor. Also, not too excited after hearing about the Gf ordeal and such

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    It would be great to have you back! I'd be happy to help. Just schedule a time that works for you at the following link: calendly.com/darintheminnesotan

  • @AlexinOslo
    @AlexinOslo Жыл бұрын

    I was born in Cottage Grove and ended up in Norway 🇳🇴 😅 You're name is Norwegian. You can do this same video for Norway. It's all the same.

  • @Giridhar_Reddy143
    @Giridhar_Reddy1437 ай бұрын

    I got college in Minnesota is this good place to select

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    7 ай бұрын

    Yes, of course, we have a lot of great colleges here in MN. Do you have a college in mind?

  • @abdullahalsh6025

    @abdullahalsh6025

    5 ай бұрын

    @@LivingInMNwhat do you think about Metro state university? I’m planning to move by May 2024

  • @YoutubeFacebook-de8yj
    @YoutubeFacebook-de8yj Жыл бұрын

    I like Minnesota past 25 years until now

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    Not a fan anymore?

  • @sixfourgeefour1337
    @sixfourgeefour1337 Жыл бұрын

    I'm a 29 year old, teacher from Houston looking for a change. I have been joking about moving to Minnesota but am actually considering it. Would you suggest it?

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely, we have a lot to offer! However, it does get a little cold during the winters. 😊

  • @mandandanmandamayor3511

    @mandandanmandamayor3511

    Жыл бұрын

    I have lived in both Houston and Minnesota. There is no comparison. The weather in Minnesota is way better for someone like me, who likes to get his exercise outdorrs. The heat in Houston is unbearable. I am a walker and in Texas dogs and people carrying guns just freaked me out. None of this in Minnesota. When I think of Texas, I think of mass shootings. In minnesota, breaking a window is the crime you get.

  • @BadgerCheese94

    @BadgerCheese94

    Жыл бұрын

    @@mandandanmandamayor3511 Theres shootings in Minnesota too. Maybe in rural Minnesota breaking a window is the worst that happens but in the Twin Cities there has been an uptick in violent crime. Its not so bad that I would move out, but it does make you consider where you hang out at certain times of days or what neighbourhoods you wanna live in. However mass shootings are thankfully rare in MN and we dont have any prolific ones like Uvalde, Sandy Hook, Columbine or Parkland. Hopefully it stays that way. I guess you can credit it to the Canadian influence. Our crime is more ordinary.

  • @lorihyatt2457
    @lorihyatt24577 ай бұрын

    I love the sparkle snow after a snowstorm

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    7 ай бұрын

    Me too!! Gotta love a big snow storm!

  • @dennishayes65

    @dennishayes65

    Күн бұрын

    Shoveling snow gets old, especially the wet snows !

  • @borbleborb4586
    @borbleborb45867 ай бұрын

    New pro unlocked: Legal Cannabis!

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    7 ай бұрын

    😄. Yes, that is definitely a recent change.

  • @zoeymu1656
    @zoeymu165626 күн бұрын

    Is there a good place for international graduate students to find jobs? Maybe there are more identity issues than other big cities...I don't really know, if there are someone can explain a little bit for me?

  • @gsxr2fst498
    @gsxr2fst498Ай бұрын

    I’m a 44 year old Florida buy and the dolphins have always let me down. I still love the dolphins.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Ай бұрын

    I agree, it's not easy!!😄

  • @erlendgars
    @erlendgars7 ай бұрын

    1:28 that’s a saying in Norway😅 that’s why I find Minnesota interesting, all the norwegian americans living there. I assume you are as well, by hearing your surname

  • @user-ey8bb6in7l
    @user-ey8bb6in7l7 ай бұрын

    While Minnesota does indeed have some pros, the list of cons is so long and extensive that I feel compelled to put up a channel to go over things that most videos skip over since most presenters don't have the inside knowledge of the state that I have. And as a public service to those who are considering a move to Minnesota, I would encourage you to not worry so much about the weather, but to consider much bigger issues that could bring life long consequences, for example having a judicial system and law enforcement agencies that are so corrupt that they make Chicago look like a city of saints. I am fed up with it, so I will be exposing Minnesota, and in particular the governmental system in place in the Twin Cities area for what it is, a cesspool of corruption with names, dates, file numbers, and everything else.

  • @TheImprovisedDrummer
    @TheImprovisedDrummer Жыл бұрын

    You think a Michiganian would adapt to Minnesota’s lifestyle? I don’t see many people comparing the two.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    Of course! The weather is somewhat similar. Also the Vikings world be an upgrade from the Lions😊.

  • @mandandanmandamayor3511

    @mandandanmandamayor3511

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LivingInMN Minnesota is way colder and not nearly as hot in the summer. I am from the range though.

  • @user-mv7vg6tp9y
    @user-mv7vg6tp9y9 ай бұрын

    Thanks for such a nice video. I visited Minneapolis last June but crime is what surprised me a lot. Although due to work I might need to move to Minneapolis but crime-rate scares me a bit as I lived mostly in Europe.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    9 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching!!

  • @RockinCowgirl1000

    @RockinCowgirl1000

    6 ай бұрын

    The crime rate drops off once you get out of Minneapolis/St. Paul. They are the biggest cities. And even there, it's starting to get a little better.

  • @johngarceau541
    @johngarceau541 Жыл бұрын

    Minnesota politics are extreme. And taxes are high.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    😊

  • @inspyr9
    @inspyr92 ай бұрын

    Went to college in N. Minnesota 25 years ago. I thought Duluth was nice.

  • @katephillips502
    @katephillips5026 ай бұрын

    Do I need a visa or esta coming from england

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    6 ай бұрын

    I'm not sure on that. It depends on what you're looking to do.

  • @PeterBoehmeBrasil
    @PeterBoehmeBrasil10 ай бұрын

    Wow, I live in Brazil and now I know that I share DNA with The Gohmann's in this City.

  • @Ruefoos
    @Ruefoos Жыл бұрын

    gonna be here for a year in a student exchange program, I am a Swede so i will be ready for the winters and mosquitos i have a question though, will i be crucified for being a bucks fan? i have watched them for years and i even have their jerseys

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    Great to hear! You'll get by just fine bring a Bucks fan, but of course we'll still need to give you a little grief. 😉

  • @LivingInMN
    @LivingInMN2 жыл бұрын

    This is the video I was referring to in the video if you'd like some Winter Activities. kzread.info/dash/bejne/pKOnpcGdc9DXg84.html

  • @OnceUponATime12345
    @OnceUponATime123452 жыл бұрын

    What place inminnesota has more sunshine

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    2 жыл бұрын

    Sunshine is pretty even throughout the state of Minnesota, for the most part, but you’ll typically find warmer weather in the southern portion of the state and about 10 degrees degrees colder up north. Thanks for watching, Lyreb!

  • @RockinCowgirl1000

    @RockinCowgirl1000

    6 ай бұрын

    I'd say SW Minnesota. More open, not as wooded, drier part of the state. Can get windy, though. Makes lots of wind power.

  • @Copenagenmapping129
    @Copenagenmapping12911 ай бұрын

    I came to watch this video as a minnesotan. I havent watched it yet but you better say that our cold weather is a good thing. Edit: AINT NO WAY THE FIRST CON WAS THE WINTERS. IF YOU ARE A TRUE MINNESOTAN YOU LOVE WINTER DESPITE HOW COLD IT GETS

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    11 ай бұрын

    I embrace the Minnesota Winters, but many don't unfortunately. I like to to go winter camping in northern MN in the BWCA area. Great to hear you embrace it as well!!

  • @THEBIGFATLIERS
    @THEBIGFATLIERS7 ай бұрын

    I Live In Minnesota

  • @brynnkohler4084
    @brynnkohler40843 күн бұрын

    Why no mention of the passive-aggressiveness of the "MInnesota Nice"?

  • @sarahruble5892
    @sarahruble5892 Жыл бұрын

    I agree as a smallsodain

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    Sorry, I don't understand..?

  • @sarahruble5892

    @sarahruble5892

    Жыл бұрын

    Because Mina = mini , mini = small

  • @TimothyEngstrom
    @TimothyEngstrom Жыл бұрын

    Many of the cities in Greater Minnesota treat for mosquitoes. You just don't know that they do.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    You're correct with that and it definitely helps!

  • @hectorfarm9416
    @hectorfarm94162 жыл бұрын

    Any pros are erased by the Minnesota winter.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    2 жыл бұрын

    Oh come on, Hectorfarm, it toughens you up😄. You have to embrace it like this video kzread.info/dash/bejne/nYBmqY-NodSaZJM.html when we went Winter Camping in the BWCA in northern MN.

  • @patrickkdefoe7020
    @patrickkdefoe7020 Жыл бұрын

    I live in northern Minnesota 🤟🏽

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    Where about? I'm from Northern Minnesota.

  • @patrickkdefoe7020

    @patrickkdefoe7020

    Жыл бұрын

    Detroit lakes area

  • @markgruben6625
    @markgruben66258 ай бұрын

    The Vikings never let me down. Because I don't expect them to do well.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    8 ай бұрын

    I think that’s what we all try to do, but every year I think it’s the one😄🙃

  • @kevinswanson6621
    @kevinswanson66219 ай бұрын

    I grew up in Minnesota. It's not so bad

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    9 ай бұрын

    I agree, it's pretty good actually!!😄

  • @myothercarisadelorean8957
    @myothercarisadelorean89575 ай бұрын

    My buddy lives in Minn and he says his property taxes keep going up and up to compensate police because nobody wants to be a cop in Minnesota

  • @DuolingosDaughter2.4
    @DuolingosDaughter2.4 Жыл бұрын

    I live in MN and I can say the pros beat the cons

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    I agree, Little Penguin!! The pros do beat the cons!

  • @billsebring445

    @billsebring445

    Жыл бұрын

    I lived in Minnesota from 1974 to 1984. I refer to it as the southern most Canadian province in North America. People would derisively refer to the state as the Peoples Republic of Minnesota, because they griped about taxes. What I remember about that is that the quality of education was high. I lived in a smaller city in the Red River Valley part of the state. You got the same good education in small town Minnesota as you would in the cities. Vo-tech education was ubiquitous. The vulnerable got taken care of, in terms of the elderly and the mentally/developmentally disabled. Low tax states like Texas can shoot their mouths off about how better their economy is and how lower their taxes are. And if you’re white living in a good area, you have no reason to gripe. But if you’re not, you’re more often than not on your own. Minnesotans believe in being pragmatic and taking care of each other. And they took their higher taxes and put that funding into improving their education system. Because businesses also want smart people working for them.

  • @roshankraj1842
    @roshankraj1842 Жыл бұрын

    Hi, is it a good place to work for cancer scientist for non immigrant. TIA

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely, I've had clients who work at the University of Minnesota in the cancer department. We've got a lot of health care companies in the Twin Cities.

  • @roshankraj1842

    @roshankraj1842

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LivingInMN can you please provide your contact info.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    Sorry, I'm just seeing this now. Darin@Minnesotan.com

  • @TheGames55
    @TheGames557 ай бұрын

    Yo, Bjerknes. Snakker du Norsk?🇳🇴

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    7 ай бұрын

    Unfortunately, no, but I wish I did! 😄

  • @TheGames55

    @TheGames55

    7 ай бұрын

    @@LivingInMN haha, maybe one day. Do you have Norwegian ancestors?

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    7 ай бұрын

    Yes, I do! I'm from northern MN and there area lot of Norwegians that settled in that area.

  • @AlexinOslo
    @AlexinOslo Жыл бұрын

    You can't choose your parents or NFL team 😅 I am a die hard Vikings fan, even 8000 miles away.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes, that is very true!! I too, am a die hard a Vikings fan, which is challenging at times😄

  • @flatearthisahoax4030
    @flatearthisahoax403010 ай бұрын

    Minnesota Ranks #2 in terms of quality of life

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    10 ай бұрын

    It's pretty good overall!!😄

  • @markmath2883

    @markmath2883

    Ай бұрын

    Don’t believe it!

  • @flatearthisahoax4030

    @flatearthisahoax4030

    Ай бұрын

    @@markmath2883 its in google

  • @angelavanhorn2325
    @angelavanhorn23255 ай бұрын

    I love the winter and 4 season here in MN! Really good for my menopause, too...🤞

  • @angelavanhorn2325
    @angelavanhorn23255 ай бұрын

    😁🤞👍

  • @smcampanella04
    @smcampanella0428 күн бұрын

    One of the worst places I've lived grew up in Duluth and couldn't leave fast enough.

  • @xtone810

    @xtone810

    21 күн бұрын

    Minnesota is just a frozen wasteland.

  • @YesGamerYT21
    @YesGamerYT213 ай бұрын

    Minnesotas average winter in 2023/2024 no snow with a average high of around 34 degrees

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    3 ай бұрын

    I know, crazy "winter" this year for sure!!

  • @nickv2463
    @nickv24639 ай бұрын

    It appears there is a lot of violence in St.Paul. No??

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    9 ай бұрын

    There are certain areas that have a little more crime than others I'd say. Unfortunately, that seems to come with some of the larger metro cities.

  • @Molia2ooo
    @Molia2ooo Жыл бұрын

    41!? You look 30 max! That minnesota weather isn't looking so bad now🤔

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    😄. Maybe it's a fountain of youth?😉

  • @billsebring445

    @billsebring445

    Жыл бұрын

    It’s the cold, people keep better.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    @@billsebring445 😄 maybe there is some truth to that.

  • @dailyinfo360
    @dailyinfo360 Жыл бұрын

    The most mind blowing fact you provided me is that you are 41. Though you are in your 20s.

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm not sure if that is a diss to my video or just a compliment😄. Either way, thank you for watching, Matt!

  • @mikeherber8358
    @mikeherber83588 ай бұрын

    I want hunt bear whats my best bet??????????????????

  • @LivingInMN

    @LivingInMN

    8 ай бұрын

    You'll have to go North😄🐻

  • @hitman9198

    @hitman9198

    7 ай бұрын

    I have bear all over by my place.

  • @Pets_over_people
    @Pets_over_peopleАй бұрын

    Mn. Is goober central .

  • @Koko92553
    @Koko925536 ай бұрын

    Who's watching this video after watching Fargo?