Have read that "local women can be a bit clicky" - please offer input

[SoCalstuckinheehawhell]

I do agree with the quaint hostility call. I'm from Newport Beach Ca and found that to be my experience when I lived in SC. I will say that each person's experience will differ I do feel if you are moving from a large metro area like NY, Orange County, or LA you'll see the difference immediately. It was like a different country not alot of diversity so you'll be noticed immediately because of your mannerism and speech compared to the locals. Alot of the small towns have the society"country club" set and they set the standards for the town. There are millions in my town wealthy and not so it's no big deal if you're a have. I spent about 15 months in the lowlands and didn't care for the slower pace, great distances between large cities. I did notice racism still exist just under the surface even in 21st century and I'm white. Like I said everyone will see things differently I returned to southern california and am happy to be in a large diverse city again. If moving from a large city with all the ammenities at your disposal you won't find that unless your in Columbia, Charleston, or Greenville. Perhaps it's best to choose a larger city to get a better balance.