In 2021, there were about 4.27 million Black families in the United States with a single mother. There are few integrated or predominately black middle class neighborhoods here in Boston. Named one of the best cities for African Americans, Lansing is a community that doesn't just talk diversity, it embraces it. Anybody else live here? Please note, the cost of living anywhere in NY is high though. Hi loves! There is beautiful Centennial Park, (which is the site of the Parthenon), which puts every park in Atlanta to shame. Currently I live in North Augusta. I am in Williamston NC and I am the process of moving out a year after I arrived. Check into the DMVWashington DC, Maryland, and Virginia. You are spot on. Its very over crowded and housing is very expensive. Also what are the safest area to live? Did you make that move? I am originally from Memphis, but currently live in Nashville.I have an 8 year-old son, and a 4 year old son, who has Down syndrome. Im an a single mother currently living in Raleigh. Hope this information helps you with your decision. Arguably one of the best places for black families to live in the world. Ive thought of moving back home, but those damn mosquitoes. Even before the pandemic, Black women were underpaid nearly $50 billion in forfeited wages, the Economic Policy Institute reported. Atlanta is also an excellent place for single Black and brown women. I would love to know what your decision was because I am considering moving here. Its a great place but not for black people. Tracey, did you find your spot? Tampa, St. Pete and Clearwater are better choices for black families. I live in Charles County MD, its just 20-25 min outside of DC. I have 3 children but two are ages thirteen and three. Nashville is a WONDERFUL PLACE FOR FAMILIES. Blacks are twice as likely to use payday loans, which may be appealing as a temporary fix for cash-flow problems but make it challenging to grow financially. Paired with a quote from a black traveler's experience. I still want my children to be around their own race. The size of the local Black population and the cost of crime in the area was included in the ranking to reflect the presence of the Black community and safety, respectively. Located near the northeast part of North Carolina, Raleigh is one of the most diverse cities in the state. I currently reside in Memphis Tn. I heard of that too. Cities considered had a Black woman population of at least 100,000. I agree with everyone. If something happens to your child in a Georgia school they have sovereign immunity which means you pretty much have to suck it up. After reading through these I can say they are helpful to a single mom looking to relocate with a 9 year old. Im planning to relocate from Milwaukee, WI (too cold, utilities very high, segregated) after 13 years to Charlotte, NC. And possibly, start a business (also, eventually start a family). He is pretty good so we decided to push his career. For many, buying a house will be the biggest purchase they ever make. I have to go ASAP as well. However we recently moved to an area of Charlotte NC and LOVE it here. I had the same feelings about crime and schools but now I am stuck, not knowing what to do. I moved from Florida to here (originally from Brooklyn). A strong sense of community to be accountable for the future of black children and the cost of living is fair. Kissimmee Fl is nice also, as well as Palm Coast and Hammock Beach in Palm Coast. My daughter is very kind and sweet. I spent 10 years in Columbus Ohio the cost of living is very fair as far as schools go. Currently live in Akron. Blacks are doing very well there and the economy and pay is good. I was considering Columbus, Ohio or some place in Georgia but have my apprehensions about going south. Yes, I agree with DW. Weve lived here 5 years and its a great place to raise a family with lots to do. Four season locations also welcome for consideration. Thanks. We love Dallas and Houston. I am from Philadelphia, born and raised. Low paying jobs high rent. Just know you probably will only make friends through where you work, go to church, attend college or the like. Of course the farther you get from the city, the less blacks you will see. There are no ghettos because everyone does well. Naeema- I recommend (and live in) Durham/Raleigh area. I currently live with my husband and child in the DMV area but curious about Orlando as we would love to move back home to Miami, but its way too expensive. I am currently living in NYC. That job wrecked my nerves. I have heard great things about the HBCUs. The black people there act like they are scared of other black people. I have a a diploma in Logistics Management and a degree in Community Psychology. But we persevered and overcame them, just as you must! Why? Hi: I am a 43 year old, single, Caribbean-black, female looking to relocate to Maryland. California is the worst and right now we are literally on fire. Of the top cities, five out of 10 are located in the Midwest, with Minneapolis, Minnesota; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; and Detroit, Michigan, taking first, second and third place, respectively. Disparities in pay between white men and Black women mean local Equal Pay Days are different in cities across the country. Than 20 to 25 min, you are in VA. Its the best of both worlds. Charlotte has more successful African Americans. It is a very family oriented, affordable area. Unbanked households are credit invisible that is, they dont have a credit history and, therefore, cant build credit. Thank you much. Raleigh, North Carolina A Great City For Black Families. Just a gloomy place to be on many levels. Thank you. Ive lived in Charlotte for over 25 years then moved to the smaller area of Concord where the schools are better. I live in Buford now and my daughter absolutely loves the schools out here, she said shes actually being challenged vs what she was learning in Cobb County school. What would you recommend to Black women trying to find a livable city? Im 31 with two kids both have some special needs. Rockwall, TX. Strong black culture most notably Caribbean: Jamaican, Haitian, Dominican, Virgin islands, etc, and amazing food everywhere you turn. Im an African American male who was born, raised, and educated in the south. Youve been doing this for about 15 years. Everyone behaves like robots and youre in Smallsville. So it was very weird to see that black people dont speak. But these areas are in my opinion, expensive. I want to get an opinion on Texas? Excellent place to stay, the job market is plentiful, you can make good money here and the cost of living is cheap. I want to live near Tylers Perrys studios in Atlanta. Just look at you young and beautiful! Yet no state is better represented among the top metros for black women's overall outcomes than North Carolina, where Raleigh, Greensboro-High Point, and Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia come in at. According to Money Geek, the recently released survey Black Women and the Wealth Gap: Best Cities to Flourish Financially found the city of Southfield is the top-ranking place for Black women to live. Ive been here six years to long. Why dont you like Raleigh? It doesnt look too bad. According to the Census Bureau,. Great list! Im also looking to relocate I have a 9 year old son. Hawaii is the most racially diverse state in the U.S. and has consistently been ranked as one of the best places to raise Black children. Working in the Human Service Field you shouldnt have any issues finding employment. I want to live someplace where I can have fun, sun and meet men my age that want to get married and play with grandchildren in a few years. While the socioeconomic realities of our current time touch all corners of the country, there are pockets of the U.S. where the wealth gap narrows and Black women have more opportunities. The ranking includes analysis of income, poverty rate, homeownership, educational attainment, and health insurance gaps between Black women and the entire population nationally and locally. I was born and raised in WA (parents from the south) and I really cant understand whats up with the people here. Reynoldsburg has a nice black population, as well as Groveport, Ohio, but you will need an automobile to live in those places. I would like a safe state for black families, good jobs, good school system, activities for everyone. The houses and apartments are nice too. My daughter was in Columbus City Schools for 6 years and it isnt great. Weird thing is that most of them arent from the west coast so one would think theyd be friendly. You can always google a question and find out whats trending and current. LOS ANGELES, Aug. 31, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- New Jersey is the best state for single parents to raise children, a new study finds. You cannot get to anything in a reasonable time and I mean that literally. 11 has single brothers too. It was my 7 year old daughter and myself. Im a nurse and he has a class A CDL so employment would not be an issue. Looking to move. Find your comfort zone and wait out the madness!! Live in Chicago need I say more? In Corpus Christi, Black women face high poverty rates in absolute and relative terms, associated low income rates, and have the worst rate of health insurance coverage for Black women between 1864 of the cities analyzed. Reasons why? I dont think Ive hardly ever seen one black person there when I went though LOL. Why is San Diego not a great option for black families in your opinion? Where else in California would be great for black families and black business owners? I would not recommend it for anyone (especially with children). Not to be negative but me and my wife have lived in Seattle 4 years and while I love the west coast (weather, ocean & amp; Mountain Views) the black population isnt big at all. Lots of blacks there. If you dont mind year round heat and humidity, South Florida is one of the best places in the country to raise black kids. My son is intelligent, charismatic & has a heavy interest in theater. Theres also a lot of racism here. I lived in Seattle for a while before packing a bag after my lease was up and getting out. I like the west coast, but am done with towns where people dont say hello and basic kindness and human warmth is hard to come by. Any help is appreciated. To me it is what you make of it in some places while in others its not. Educational Attainment (full weight): This metric equally comprises two metrics. Libraries, theaters in the area, great health care. I relocated to Raleigh from Michigan 12 years ago. However, if you have money, a good job, etc you can live in the better neighborhoods. There isnt much Black American owned here unless it is African owned, a hair salon or a barber shop. I didnt see but five African Americanss. Hello everyone, my husband and I live in St. Louis MO. Yes. I currently live in Florida a want to relocate. So far by looking at this list, Im still nervous. Theres such a grossly limited African-American population and its not very diverse. So I chose to home school. In Riverside, CA, the median pay of Black women was higher than the median pay of white men. I too wondered about Durhams high ranking status. Any thoughts? Not only does Honolulu have perfect weather and gorgeous beaches, but it is also a great place to raise a Black family. The factors were calculated as follows: Safety (full weight): Safety was based on the per capita cost of crime calculated in MoneyGeeks Safest Cities series. Ive been thinking about moving to Seattle for some time now. Are we thriving in these cities? Definitely not black! Click here to check out more details about each city's perks for Black singles. Durham, NC was voted the top place to retire as an African American. Thats because 69% of people who utilize payday loans do so to cover recurring expenses like credit card bills, rent and food. There are other black people here coming usually from the East coast (Detroit and Chicago) but really all over. So many different cultures its easy to spot someone from the east coast and the different regions. I want to move back west. My daughter came home one day from school and told me *****s parents told her not to play with me because I am black. West Virginia. Ive heard of Chesterfield in Richmond but have seen very negative posts on Richmond, so it seems Virginia or Charlotte are the ones to look into. Though I like the walkability of Boston, MA and Bronx, NY, I am looking to settle down and own property. Without further ado here are the best cities for black women to live around the world. Its a split community between white and hispanic culture- There is a black community and I think its becoming a strong presence check out local newspaper the Voice of San Diego. We want to live where both of us could thrive and settle. He has a very diverse group of friends. The Pike market was worth the experience but other than that I have no intention of visiting again. Berkeley, California Home Snacks has ranked Berkeley, California as one of the best cities for singles in the US. Having my kids in the best school is a must thats why Ive stayed put. I find the Pacific North West has this problem. I live in California. If youre looking to move here, its important to note that Lansing is much smaller than any of the other cities discussed on this list. My mother lives there and loves it and she is 76. Metro Population: 2,560,260. Definitely look at Tennessee, hear a lot of positive feedback when it comes to the cost of living for the elderly. When the new police chief was appointed and crime dropped to an all time low, I finally made the move. Living in Mesa its a black person is fine. Even in high crime areas. Its an over-crowded, young peoples place. Required fields are marked *, document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "a0b373aef3ce7327debff457dacebd88" );document.getElementById("if75a4498f").setAttribute( "id", "comment" );Comment *, Careers Contact Us Privacy Policy CookiePolicy Win. The climate in Orlando is pretty warm, as it is in the center of Florida, so that is something to keep in mind. I am a mother of 3 looking to get out of a city that has been in economic turmoil for 50 years. Blacks mostly live in Denver and not Colorado Springs . What do you think are some of the unique challenges that affect Black women's livability experiences? Seattle is thriving which is also an alarm for overpopulation and polluting, making the city unrecognizable and more expensive. Its time for a change and Im just hoping for a good home for my family to grow. You can do well with a modest income and housing is easy to come by if you have decent credit. I am deciding between Houston, Atlanta, and Charlotte. Single mom with kids in different colleges and different states. The black community is very small. Hi Lisa, not sure if you have made a decision yet, I came to the DMV, DC, MD, VA area a long time ago and never left. Its expensive here, but if you do the research and plan well you can make it here. Wondering, where to go in Cali; Ladara heights, Baldwin hills, where?? It is very expensive and the city is over-populated with no mass transportation. Im from Durham, and was very surprised to see Raleigh on the list. Professionally, I specialize in event & project management, and since the pandemic, Ive developed a heavy interest in Latin dance and language. If theres anywhere good left to go please share. If the costs were not on the extreme side I would definitely continue to raise my sons here in the NW. Now that Im back in Tennessee Im grateful to have been raised in NC as opposed to TN. Good luck! I worry my west-coast sensibilities wont be met in the south but there seems to be enough holistic doctors/ veterinarians, organic food co-ops, metaphysical bookstores, healthy restaurants, art museums, galleries. Each factor was weighted equally and scaled to a score between 0 and 1. Overall I like living here. Houston is great for concerts, food, and many other forms of entertainment. Net Migration, 2016-2021: 5.48%. Ive lived in Los Angeles, Brooklyn and now Ft Lauderdale and this is by far the most welcoming, truly diverse and somewhat affordable place in our opinion (you have to have a well-paying job to live here comfortably). Overall great information. Sacramento, Calif. and Buffalo, N.Y. followed Springfield, with final scores of 62.2 and 61.5, respectively. Published by Erin Duffin , Oct 5, 2022. Not exactly sure what youre looking for for your family, but as far as African-American culture, it definitely is not Arizona. Im currently looking to move after roughly 5 years of being here. Have you thought about Charlotte? If economic policies were enacted to help Black women achieve more economically, what might they be? I am looking to relocate with my two children and was convinced that the west coast would be more diverse than Massachusetts. The sisterhood is strong and will welcome you with open arms. I feel like Im desperately searching for a safe place to raise my son. Chapel Hill Ive been here for 13 years and Im done. Will not move there. Im so happy to have come across this site! What are steps Black women can take to close their own personal gap? I read something saying Augusta GA is a good area to move. Why is Atlanta not on this list? If you can get employment, and find a nice place to stay, the summertime festivities are excellent. I worked for the police as a dispatcher because moving to another state, you get jobs your have experience in. Washington, D.C. is a fantastic place for all people. There are many universities in the area Vanderbilt, MTSU, Belmont, including HBCUs Fisk, Meharry Medical College & Tennessee State. Im a single mother and the cost of living and activities are ridiculous compared to other states. Im a single mom about 2 hours out of Raleigh in Wilmington. It is diverse. 8. Dallas, Texas. My only complaint is that Black culture is definitely on the back burner here, but if youre looking for safety, amenities, and an overall sense of positivity and well-being, Nashville is hard to beat. I am retired. Where is a safe area for a young single black mother to raise a child? Houston is a place that black people more often thrive and transfer their success to the next generation. It is very expensive to live here. Job opportunities have been amazing,cost of living is low and there are great schools in the suburbs of Columbus. I plan to leave. All black too. Overall you can find a good place to nestle. Seattle has a long history of segregation and now struggles with gentrification. Philadelphia and D.C. are great for Muslim women! Two hours from any major city in the USA is good ol boy territory my sister. I dont believe Ill ever move back, the city is close to looking like LA, but I do miss fresh inexpensive seafood for my gumbo and the teriyaki. Ive never needed to be on vitamin D until I moved here. History has recorded migration North did not work well for all blacks. I have one child, still in high school. Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford,. Im curious about what the criteria was for this list? I live in the suburbs of DC and have to stay that moving to PG County, Maryland would be ideal if you are looking to see affluent black families. Housing looks really affordable but Imm guessing its everyday cost youre referring to? As a young black man there is very little opportunity. I feel like out west, in general, is like this. Most of my friends say Gilbert and Laveen are better places in AZ. Im from Houston and were very friendly here for the most part. I know its hard, but you are uniquely qualified to win this thing. 46. The people dont speak or seem to know how to interact and it rains 9 months out of 12. Also, possibly Florida. But there are tools and resources that can provide Black women economic opportunities and empowerment. My family takes off in the morning hang at the beach, go on hikes, play ball and come home for food. Cost if living is not high you can live comfortable! DC is expensive, so you will more than likely find yourself living in Maryland (Waldorf, Upper Marlboro, Bowie) to find somewhat decent schools and housing or you will end up in Virginia (Woodbridge, Fairfax, Manassas), both locations in MD and VA will often times leave you with a bad commute as traffic here is awful because everyone works mostly for the government (i.e., govt employee or contractor). And how are the school systems? What city/county schools are best? Its a beautiful place but with a notoriously ugly slave history and good ole boy system still in place, racial tensions will always be high here. (I lived in Atlanta for two year, from 2004-2006). My goodness from the sounds of it, it seems Seattle is not completely the go too destination for Black Americans which is unfortunate, but I can understand why this may be so. There are surrounding counties where you can purchase a nice home in the $200,000 range. Raleigh, NC is not a black-oriented city. Do not do Vegas. Floridians cant afford to go there unless you work there. Hi Lakeita- Im in San Diego I moved here from Boston and love the beaches and weather. Im looking for all the things you mentioned. #19 Best Places to Raise a Family in Massachusetts. The Tampa and St. Pete area have a lot of culture and accommodates all ages group. I thought the same thing. Lansing is diverse which I guess is why Im seeing it on so many lists. This is so true! America is going through a change due to the climate in DC. Honey, drive 30 minutes west to Durham. So peacockbleu your feedback on this site was very helpful. There are lots of LGBT families now. Where is the safest and go to destination for black Americans to live and prosper? Hi Dr. B, I cant help this feeling of wanting to leave the USA as well. I currently live in Alabama and plan on moving. MoneyGeek started with over 600 places in America with populations of 65,000 or more. It is a great, fun college town. This is popularly attributed to D.C's numerous opportunities and schools like Howard University and George Washington University. So go figure. Another big plus to Tennessee, theres no State or Local Payroll Taxes which yielded me a 7% raise when I moved here from Ohio! I likewise have resided in and out of Georgia for the past 20 years. I dont agree with the statement about cbus not having respected black owned businesses. Im right there with you. The job market is best in Medical Science and its easy to get a AA degree through Community Colleges to work in a lab. Educate yourself on how to negotiate. Best places for black people to live. There are cultural enticements galore. That was a very long time ago and its still a wonderful place to live. Im not religious, but the black gospel scene is huge as well (many gospel singers make Nashville home). Places without granular data about Black women or lacking other data points for the analysis were removed to get to the final set of 200 cities. Have been living in Nashville, TN the past 20 years, absolutely love it! Where all well aware of Atlanta, time to branch out. I live in the city (Buckhead) not the outskirts. I live in Lemon Grove a black neighborhood with a lot history and green hills about 10 minutes from downtown. The cost of living is constantly going up, its almost as high as California. For example we have a membership at Cosi and it is one of our favorite places to take our toddlers. Florida is the way to go! There are large Caribbean communities in the north east Bronx, Brooklyn and Queens. Yes, as a matter of fact they were talking about the increased crime rates. Im from NC and wouldnt go to some areas. I love the countryside. Im an older single woman and my adult son, myself and his girlfriend are planning to move to North Carolina. I disagree with San Diego. 34. Southern California is where I want to be. Chestnut Hill is a very safe area to live in and a very cute town. Remone, fascinating response. Where would it be a good place for him to live? For communities with Black populations below 20,000 and representing less than 12% of the population, the score for this value was set to zero.
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