I know your comment was from 18 but hopefully youll get this. Im also looking to relocate I have a 9 year old son. Each. Not only does Honolulu have perfect weather and gorgeous beaches, but it is also a great place to raise a Black family. I have lived in the South ( SC, NC & Va) all of my life and want a change of scenery. Naeema- I recommend (and live in) Durham/Raleigh area. I need a few serious suggestions for a city to maybe grow some roots. I was the only black woman working in dispatch and I felt it. Wilmington is a quarter the size of Raleigh. Im right there with you. If your trying to retire Florida will be perfect for you. Im thinking about Houston or Dallas any suggestions? We've gathered a list of the best cities for single African-American women in the United States. I have lived in Seattle for almost 11 years. Are we thriving in these cities? To get a quality education you would have to enroll your children in private school. 42. Florida? I am a married mother of three sons. Hello, I came across this site by accident also. My choice on places to live is the central coast. Atlanta is a super LGBT city. Remone, I think theyre possessed or something. My wife, also African American and from the south, is a former officer in the USAF and currently a state auditor. And now 4 percent of kids live with a single father, up from 1 percent in 1960. . Its hard to understand if you werent raised like that so I get it. My family takes off in the morning hang at the beach, go on hikes, play ball and come home for food. COVID-19 has only heightened how the racial/gender wage gap and unemployment have disproportionately affected Black women, who suffered the most significant job losses. Im from Detroit MI, here in AZ, too hot lol. Where do these people come from? You can be you, great weather, many choices of where to live and you can branch out and not have to rely on being in a African American community. The same goes for Phoenix, Arizona. Im a single mother and the cost of living and activities are ridiculous compared to other states. It would also be diverse, with a visible and thriving Black community, including Black businesses.. I lived in Southern California for a couple years, but had to move back to Alabama. The people who live here are very nice and all seem to be upper-middle class. Richmond has become increasingly more violent even in the areas that are considered safe. If I were you I would look into north Carolina. Norwich-New London, Connecticut 2. I was born and raised in Seattle. My cousin lives here and I thought I needed to be closer to family. There are large Caribbean communities in the north east Bronx, Brooklyn and Queens. 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. Clearwater is more family orientated. I am in Williamston NC and I am the process of moving out a year after I arrived. For example, this could be your own business, stocks or real estate. Dallas is quiet in the southern area and the party areas are in Deep Ellum, Greenville Avenue and North Dallas. So far, on the top of my list are Raleigh and/or Charlotte NC. I too wondered about Durhams high ranking status. Augusta GA is now abandon. 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. They have a whole little city in their section. Anybody have any suggestions on a warmer climate because this isnt it. Wish we would have known when we moved here years ago. Dont let some of these comments from people whove only lived in Seattle for a few years scare you. Any thoughts on a good city & school system In Dallas or Houston thats a great diverse place to raise my black boy? Amen and amen again. The weather is good if you dont care for all four seasons. Raleigh is very boring the people dont connect with others well. Florida, Mississippi, Alabama and surrounding southern states. I was stationed in Europe and Im ready to leave the U.S. altogether. Lots going on, and blacks have good jobs, but black culture or presence is definitely lacking. This is mostly a gold course, elderly community. However, when we travel anywhere north of Georgia they immediately make friends. History has recorded migration North did not work well for all blacks. However, I wouldnt count the whole state out. After reading through these I can say they are helpful to a single mom looking to relocate with a 9 year old. There is no quality of life in Atlanta. I thought Richmond was supposed to be going through some type of revival? Black women also face health care disparities, experience higher rates of poverty and victimization from violence and lag behind in earnings and homeownership. It can be challenging to find good paying jobs, but not impossible. I would love to know about schools ratings and jobs for my husband and myself. Assistant Professor of Marketing, Marshall School of Business, University of Southern California, Professor of African and African American Studies and Sociology at Louisiana State University, Certified Community Planner and LEED Green Associate, Assistant Professor, Yale School of Public Health, Assistant Professor of Sociology and Urban Studies at Barnard College. Honey, drive 30 minutes west to Durham. The gap between the two groups is significantly large. Do these cities support Black American entrepreneurship or do they just employ Black Americans with high paying jobs? Hows the state for a 29 year old single female? Weve been trying to decide on moving. Its always listed on the best of lists as of late. I want to move to CO but the housing cost is extremely high. The Naples-Immokalee-Marco Island area of Florida is situated on the Gulf of Mexico, giving its single-parent families plenty of opportunities for sun and water-soaked fun. I currently live in the midwest but want a better economic and diverse area. I live in California. My nonverbal, autistic 3 year old was burned under clothes at a public school preschool program. Florida is the way to go! Hello, is there anymore information that you could provide about Ohio for a young black family. You get in where you fit in and hopefully find some good white friends to bond with. I am from the east coast and currently live in San Diego, CA. To be perfectly honest, most African Americans will find virtually all locations in the US somewhat challenging for carrying out the basic functions of life. Im a single 54 year old woman and I read that Switzerland and Denmark are beautiful and great for African Americans. Population 8,805. I want to live near Tylers Perrys studios in Atlanta. Im in Raleigh and I wholeheartedly agree. Hi Stephanie, Maryland is very nice especially Towson, MD. In contrast, Corpus Christi, Texas, ranked lowest for Black women. Rockwall, TX. Each factor was weighted equally and scaled to a score between 0 and 1. Your best bet is Hilliard, Pickerington, or Canal Winchester. Nearby Maryland is one of the best places for African American wealth. Florida is where the elderly go to retire from NYC. I heard of that too. Another big plus to Tennessee, theres no State or Local Payroll Taxes which yielded me a 7% raise when I moved here from Ohio! In McAllen, Texas, a whooping 60.8% of single parents live below the . Its too beautiful out here. This is a great city. Can you please tell me more about the area? Yes. Were originally from Virginia so that is not an option. Mistake! My only complaint, too many people are moving here! My suggestion would be Fayette or Coweta countys. Any thoughts about Oakland or Berkeley, CA (asides from expense)? Ive lived here for 35 years. I live in MD. Can someone provide some more information on San Diego? If you're looking to settle down with a nice country boy, Lincoln could be the place for you. 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. I have two girls and one boy. There isnt much Black American owned here unless it is African owned, a hair salon or a barber shop. I had the same feelings about crime and schools but now I am stuck, not knowing what to do. He has a very diverse group of friends. I was considering Columbus, Ohio or some place in Georgia but have my apprehensions about going south. I love the culture, beautiful homes, school spirit (High School and HBCUs), job opportunities, Black support and friendliness of the people. Im married and all of our children are grown. Redfin's study ranked the best cities for single moms. How are the winters and schools? I would greatly appreciate it! Reasons why? Can someone tell me whats a safe area. Ive been in Atlanta for 35 years. An excellent transportation system, HBCUs and good ES, MS, HS as well as specialty schools. In Riverside, California, the median pay of Black women is higher than the median pay of white men. This area (Detroit) often feels so gloomy and down-trodden and I just want us to be some place safe, warm, harmonious, cultured and that aligns with our dynamic energy. The cities of Suffolk, Chesapeake, and Virginia Beach, VA. are hiring and seeking more AAs in a highly AA populated metro. In Stamford, CT, Black women made one-third of what white men do, meaning a Black woman would need to work until December 29th, 2022, to earn the equivalent of a white mans 2020 pay. I prefer Hilliard personally. I moved to Columbus, Ohio from Florida because I had just graduated from FIU and working as a Fire Dispatcher. Honestly though, theres a major part of me that feels like not finding work in LA was a blessing, so I think Im good on Cali. I moved from Atlanta to Minneapolis. Weve had family come here to visit and every single one has said the same thing. The Pike market was worth the experience but other than that I have no intention of visiting again. Repeat. Im originally from Rhode Island but moved to Southern New Jersey where we currently reside. There is a strong sense of division and lack of common sense. My brother just moved there a few years ago and loves it. Were thinking of making a move that way, the kids love the Kissimmee, Davenport area. You have access to the best food and entertainment. I moved here from Atlanta. There are lots of LGBT families now. I could have easily moved to Charlotte. Richmond boasts some of the best schools, both elementary and middle, for children about half of the population is made up of other families. When I moved to Henrico county, I put him in the public highschool. I read something saying Augusta GA is a good area to move. 34.13. What would you recommend to Black women trying to find a livable city? Currently live in Akron. Income (full weight): This factor equally comprises two metrics. I live in CT. A visit is cool, but dont linger. I lived and raised my children in Greensboro. Ive lived in Columbus Ohio most of my life and will be 60 this year. Any ideas? Hi, try moving to a different city, look into Buford its somewhat pricey but the schools are great in GA. MoneyGeek ranked 200 cities with populations greater than 65,000 from the best to the worst for Black women. 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. Just because a place is LGBT doesnt automatically make it not a good place. We want to live where both of us could thrive and settle. Atlanta is also an excellent place for single Black and brown women. I live an hour away from San Antonio and know for a fact that it is very beautiful but not diverse. When the new police chief was appointed and crime dropped to an all time low, I finally made the move. Only been here a year and I can attest to all of that. If you're looking to travel overseas for a chance at love, writers also suggest Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Accra, Ghana, Cali, Colombia, and Panama City, Panama. Florida and North Carolina carry the lion's share of best cities for black women in terms of health outcomes, with three locales per state. Never experienced this in Florida. Low and behold, I googled this and my mouth dropped. Wondering, where to go in Cali; Ladara heights, Baldwin hills, where?? I think Im ready to try another state and have often considered Texas but my grandson is in Columbus and I will likely homeschool my 8th grader. 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. Not a family oriented place to live. Thank you much. You are spot on. Addison Source: Wikipedia User Mahanga | CC BY-SA 3.0 Overall SnackAbility 8 /10 Population: 15,302 Median Age: 32.2 Married households: 9.0% Households with kids: 16.9% More on Addison: Photos | Homes For Sale | Data 2. San Diego is beautiful but conservative by California standards and Im sure black people could thrive, they could anywhere, but it would in be in spite of that blackness. Professionally, I specialize in event & project management, and since the pandemic, Ive developed a heavy interest in Latin dance and language. The city had an especially high time score and workplace protection score. 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. (I lived in Atlanta for two year, from 2004-2006). Washington, D.C. is a fantastic place for all people. I have a a diploma in Logistics Management and a degree in Community Psychology. Any good suggestions? There is no cohesiveness. So it is a bittersweet decision. I was born and raised in Boston too Robbin. Columbia, SC, my father moved there from Boston after he retired. Black Population (full weight): Representing an available community of Black individuals, the Black population was adjusted to a log scale. Durham, located about 20 miles east of Raleigh. There is beautiful Centennial Park, (which is the site of the Parthenon), which puts every park in Atlanta to shame. Its home and will always be, but like other cities it has changed. Even with these significant contributions, Black women live at the intersection of multiple barriers and experience the compounded effects of racial and gender bias. People are not really friendly. My job is giving me an opportunity to work from anywhere so Im thinking of relocating to a warm climate later this year. But Nashville is a great city. Your email address will not be published. Why is Atlanta not on this list? If you dont mind year round heat and humidity, South Florida is one of the best places in the country to raise black kids. People are friendly and respectful. The article was about family. It didnt deter me I just went on with those who were more accepting. Any suggestions from anyone living in any of these recommended states or cities? You guys are absolutely right about Seattle. I graduated from The Ohio State University. I do not like it here and ready to leave. Click here to check out more details about each city's perks for Black singles. Raleigh is only good if you can afford to live there. Why is San Diego not a great option for black families in your opinion? 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. Not the case. Hated it! Born and raised in Seattle, WA, not much of a black population. I live in Raleigh NC and theres plenty to do for families, and the schools are excellent. I use to stay in Cincinnati and people always stated that Columbus was not for African Americans to stay. But these areas are in my opinion, expensive. I currently live in Richmond VA or have lived in surrounding counties for the better part of the last 10 years.