Why Move To Ogden, Utah?
Moving is quite a difficult task. You have to pack everything up in boxes and then unpack everything all over again when you arrive at your new home. This can sometimes take weeks to accomplish. And often times, in takes even longer for you to feel ‘at home’ in the new house or apartment. Moving can also prove quite costly. That is why if you intend to move any time soon, I strongly encourage you to do as much research as possible before you make any concrete arrangements. It is going to be quite a difficult task to move out again if you move into a new place and realize you don’t like it. If you are considering a move to Ogden, there are a number of factors that you will need to consider.
Living in Ogden UT is relatively more affordable than other cities. This is especially so as it relates to housing, whether you are buying or renting a home. Rentals usually run for about $1000 and homes are available for less than $200,000. Gas is also quite reasonably priced here as well. But don’t be fooled. While this city is characterized by low to middle income earners, there are also tons of very affluent communities in this city as well. The economy is pretty stable here and it is not hard to find a job. Many of these jobs will however pay less than you would get in other cities in Utah.
Odgen is considered a ‘green city’ and thus is quite different from concrete jungles like the big apple. Outdoor recreation is thus easy to arrange. If you have children, you know how crucial this is to their development. Parks and hiking trails are a dime a dozen. There are also tons of ponds, springs and lakes all over the city. That means you will readily have access to activities like fishing as well. Unfortunately, the snow here can be a bit unpredictable but it usually dries up within a couple of days. Additionally, the summers here are a bit short.
Crime in Ogden is also relatively low. As expected, the Downtown area is where most criminal activities take place and the communities further away from the heart of the city are considered safer. It is not uncommon to see people biking to and from work which is a pretty good sign in my books. There are also tons of recreational centers that children and adults alike feel safe enough to visit on a regular basis.
It can however be said that the religious fever in this city is quite high. Since the Mormons were responsible for founding this city, it is not surprising that they still have considerable control over what takes place here. Don’t be alarmed. While you may see quite a number of large places of worship and religious paraphernalia, most people in this city are incredibly friendly and would not be considered bigots. You are still free to worship in any way you choose.
