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I've read almost EVERY SINGLE thread on here and while my question is similar to others, I find mine a little different with one very important fact: we're military.
My husband and I are a young couple without children and just found out we're going to Ft. Jackson, SC. We're very excited about it, but completely clueless on whats out there. I've done some research on the net, but nothing is better than advice straight from people who currently live there.
I've heard good things about Lexington, as well as the Northeast area, where a lot of military families seem to be going.
Finding a job won't be too hard for me, all I care is that my commute isn't hell like it is here in Hawaii. UGH! I'd probably work somewhere in downtown Columbia.
We're looking to build a new house and have already talked with a realtor about it. He's very nice, but I feel like he holds back from telling me the real nitty-gritty stuff.
Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. If you are planning on a vacation or relocation to Hawaii, let me know and I'd love to help you out, too!
Hi Alicia!
You'll find, as friendnc said, the cost of living much, much lower in Columbia. Lexington is a very nice town and it is better to live there than in Columbia. Columbia is a good town, bustling as most state capitols are, but there are really good people there. I know of no 'nitty gritty' negative about the area. There are jobs, the climate is mild and no high crime rate. Granted, the scenery may not be breathtaking as it is in Hawaii but we like it.
WELCOME TO THE PALMETTO STATE, ALICIA-beautiful places and friendly faces.
Oh, I should warn you. We are a very laid back populous. We love a slow paced way of life. Don't worry-you'll adjust. Just be patient-LOL.
Whether it is better to live in Lexington or Columbia is subjective--it depends on the person. As a young, single, college-educated male in his mid-20's, Columbia would be MUCH more suited for my lifestyle than Lexington, several times over. But for someone else, Lexington might be better suited, or one of the Lexington County towns--Cayce, Irmo, etc.
Hi! Well my husband and I made the same move a year ago! We were stationed at Schofield in Hawaii, and then came here to Ft. Jackson. And after a year, we're already being stationed somewhere else! Too bad you are building a house, because we have a nice house for sale! We also have no kids.
Anyway, not to scare you, but I am happy to be leaving here! I don't understand the "smiling faces, beautiful places!" I mean, there are nice places to visit, but as for smiling faces, I have found nothing but rude people here, which really depressed me. As for Columbia or Lexington, you'll be better off in Columbia Northeast if you want to be close to base. Lexington is a bit further away, at least a 20 minute or more drive, depending on where in Lexington you are going. Our house is the perfect location, only 3 miles from one of the gates. Lexington is more country, and I did find that the people there where more friendly. Anyway, if you have any questions, feel free to ask me. Good luck to you!
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