Marietta OH (Cincinnati, New Albany, Albany: transplants, rent, crime rate)

[drinkthekoolaid]

Hi guys, thanks in advance

Just trying to learn more about marietta and the surrounding area. I don't see much Posted. It seems like a really nice and affordable small town. Curious to learn more about it.

[GraniteStater]

Originally Posted by drinkthekoolaid

Hi guys, thanks in advance

Just trying to learn more about marietta and the surrounding area. I don't see much Posted. It seems like a really nice and affordable small town. Curious to learn more about it.

Not much going on there, just another very economically depressed area with drug issues- situated along one the most polluted rivers in the country, the Ohio River.

[drinkthekoolaid]

That doesn't sound very appealing...

Are the drugs worse than an average small town would be? How is the crime and local economy? How are the schools?

[GraniteStater]

Originally Posted by drinkthekoolaid

That doesn't sound very appealing...

Are the drugs worse than an average small town would be? How is the crime and local economy? How are the schools?

The main employers are similar to what you would find in other towns of its size, schools, hospital, and the college are the mainstays of the area. Crime rate is lower, housing and rent prices are lower as there hasn't been very much job growth in decades. It isn't very close to other cities of any size nearby which could be a pro or con. The hospital there has very mediocre ratings.

[Kluch]

Originally Posted by GraniteStater

The main employers are similar to what you would find in other towns of its size, schools, hospital, and the college are the mainstays of the area. Crime rate is lower, housing and rent prices are lower as there hasn't been very much job growth in decades. It isn't very close to other cities of any size nearby which could be a pro or con. The hospital there has very mediocre ratings.

This sounds about right. I dated a girl who was from the surrounding area in college. I recall visiting the area a couple of times while dating her. It seemed like a nice laid back and quiet city (very small town feeling where "everyone knows everyone else") but even the girl I dated told me that it was a lower income area and that due to its proximity (or rather lack thereof) to a larger city many of her friends growing up didn't have as many opportunities to excel or get ahead in life. Of course this was over a decade ago so it's probably changed some since then.

[Cincygrad2015]

I grew up in Marietta. Went to school and now live in Cincinnati. It wasn’t a bad place to grow up other than the schools sucked and there wasn’t really anything for teenagers to do except Party and hang out at the mall (which is in West Virginia). The downtown area of Marietta is actually really nice with shops lining Front street. Most of my family still lives in the area so I visit a few times a year. I personally am a city person and wouldn’t move back for anything but if you like the slower paced life then it’s not a bad place.

[CoffeeDrunk62]

Hey koolaid

I'm originally from Ohio. Friendly hardworking people in Ohio. I can't speak to Marietta as I grew up in northeastern Ohio but Ohio seems to have a reasonable COL still. Maybe a little more research to find another small town in Ohio to suit you. Central Ohio is getting Intel chip facility by 2024. Probably good jobs coming to New Albany. Does get gray in winter though

Guy on YouTube does relocation videos "World according to Briggs". Did a 10 reasons to move to Ohio video about three years ago. Things may have changed some since the pandemic, but gives you a baseline about Ohio if it is a serious consideration for you
The video had alot of viewer comments from natives and transplants that you may find interesting.

[drinkthekoolaid]

Originally Posted by CoffeeDrunk62

Hey koolaid

I'm originally from Ohio. Friendly hardworking people in Ohio. I can't speak to Marietta as I grew up in northeastern Ohio but Ohio seems to have a reasonable COL still. Maybe a little more research to find another small town in Ohio to suit you. Central Ohio is getting Intel chip facility by 2024. Probably good jobs coming to New Albany. Does get gray in winter though

Guy on YouTube does relocation videos "World according to Briggs". Did a 10 reasons to move to Ohio video about three years ago. Things may have changed some since the pandemic, but gives you a baseline about Ohio if it is a serious consideration for you
The video had alot of viewer comments from natives and transplants that you may find interesting.

Lol ... Well I'm currently near buffalo so central or south Ohio is going to be more mild and less gray by my standards.

And I watch many of Briggs videos as well.



Thx for the feedback.

[ram2]

Is the company that makes the PO mail boxes for the US Postal Service still located in Marietta?

[InnerCitySoul]

Having spent a week in Marietta on vacation...admittedly, a totally different perspective than actually living there...I was blown away by the experience and already making plans for a return trip (speaking with many locals and tourists alike, this isn't an uncommon reaction.)

The area seemed and felt very safe...and this was affirmed by locals. There's a nice selection of restaurants, both in the immediate downtown area, as well as locally. The city's entertainment venues seem to "punch well above their weight" for a city of roughly 14,000. The downtown area is filled with beautifully kept historic buildings which contribute to the overall vibrancy of the core city (and provide numerous shopping options.) . The locals were friendly and exceedingly helpful when it came to directions and suggestions. And the surrounding natural environment is...well...absolutely BEAUTIFUL! My girlfriend and I both agreed that we could easily see ourselves living in Marietta at some point. To be sure, it's not for everyone. If you're career minded and serious about climbing the corporate ladder, Marietta is assuredly NOT a place for you! I'm quite sure finding a good job in one's chosen profession would be the biggest challenge for those looking at or seriously considering a relocation to the area. But you could do a whole lot worse than Marietta, Ohio if you're looking for a little slice of 21st century Mayberry on a budget!

I pulled a few stats regarding Marietta's "livability"

I'm not including the site, as I believe that's a no-no. Google "Marietta Ohio livability"
and you'll be able to verify these for yourself...

It has an 89 overall score (on a scale of 1-100) which is "exceptional."
It's the 82nd ranked city in Ohio.
It's the 351st ranked city in the US.
Gets an "A+" for amenities.
"B+" for Cost of Living.
"A" for crime.
"D" for employment
"B" for housing.
"B+" for schools.
"A" for locals' reviews on their city.