I was talking to an American friend of mine who lives in San Marcos, California (near San Diego) when he mentioned that the Midwestern states are known for its friendly people. He also added that the small towns there are very very safe because everyone in these towns is familiar with the rest of his town’s people. He added that these places are so safe that people usually sleep without unlocking their doors at night!
Is this true? If so, does anyone know of places such as these? In which states do such towns exist?
Now speaking about big cities and their affluent areas, I think safety would be the greatest luxury someone could enjoy; along with cleanliness and friendliness of course.
Yeah! But what about the small towns? Are they "extremely" safe? Or are they as safe as for eample: Palo Alto and Los Altos, California??
The Midwestern United States refers to the north-central states of the United States of America, specifically Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Of these states, I feel ALL are safe but Illinois (Chicago BIG crime area!) I have been to all of them (live in one) and always treated as ‘one of their own’. Very friendly, caring people…and you mention small towns..they are the BEST! Your friend is right! We leave doors unlocked, keys in car, expensive toys and bikes left out..nothing has ever been vandalized or stolen any place I’ve lived or visited. Police even stop unfamiliar cars (out of state plates), just to see their purpose for being there..as small towns ARE the safest places to live. Everyone is treated as an individual and not just a number. Traffic is the best too! NO RUSH HOURS! People from the East and West Coast move here just for that! True, when enough do, I imagine things will change, as they will bring their bad habits with them, but for the last 40+ years, they’re the best way to go! Schools are small, so students get better attention. Safety, cleanliness, friendliness and cost of living are the best! Try it!! You’ll definitely like it!!