What BestPlaces Users Say about Pekin
Pekin, Illinois is a small city located in Tazewell County, with a population of around 34,000 residents. It has a suburban feel and is known for its affordable housing and strong sense of community. With its close proximity to larger cities like Peoria and Springfield, Pekin offers residents a small-town charm while still having access to urban amenities. Now, let's take a closer look at what people have to say about living in Pekin, based on user reviews from Bestplaces.net.
According to a review from user "Suzanne", Pekin is "a great place to raise a family." She praises the city for its low crime rates, good schools, and friendly neighbors. She also mentions the variety of outdoor activities available, including parks, hiking trails, and the nearby Illinois River.
Another user, "John", shares a different perspective, stating that Pekin has "limited job opportunities" and "lacks diversity." He also mentions the harsh winters and high property taxes as downsides to living in the city.
In contrast, "Emily" speaks highly of the community in Pekin, saying that "neighbors truly care about each other" and there are "plenty of opportunities to get involved and make a difference." She also notes the city's affordable cost of living as a major benefit.
Lastly, "Mark" highlights the local food scene in Pekin, saying that the city has "great restaurants" and "plenty of options for dining out." He also mentions the annual Marigold Festival as a fun event that brings the community together.
Overall, while opinions may vary, it seems that Pekin is generally viewed as a safe and family-friendly city with a strong sense of community and affordable living. However, it may not be the best fit for those seeking a diverse and bustling urban environment.
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Marshaltown, Iowa versus Pekin - 11/6/2010
My review is a question to residents of Marshaltown, Iowa. Recent talk is that Pekin, Illinois is getting a Swift Pork processing plant. The residents are restless and after googleing pork plant in Marshaltown, I found a lot of negative feedback about the economy, crime, illegals, etc since the pork plant came to their city.
We have rather quiet city of 33,000 people supported by many companies, including Caterpillar in Peoria, Illinois. A lot of our inhabitants are retired and move south in the winter months. We have our fair share of poverty compared to neighboring towns, primarily because of the prison. Our Boys & Girls Club is active supporting the kids with activities and sports.
We do not need more crime, drugs and poverty at this point. We want people to move back to Pekin because of the positive things we have to offer.
What is the feeling of those cities that have allowed a pork plant to move to town?
Thank you,
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Living in Pekin, IL - 7/13/2009
I have traveled and lived all over the world. Pekin rates about in the middle of the places I have lived. Small town atmosphere with some bigger city facilities. The best part of Pekin is the park system. They have a beautiful lagoon with a large adjoining park with playground and baseball fields. Two public golf courses (one is PGA rated) and several parks/forest preserves outside of the city limits that offer horse riding, archery ranges, walking trails, biking trails etc. Pekin sits about 15 minutes from dowtown Peoria. There you will find many fine restaurants and after hours
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Not my kind of place to live. - 7/15/2006
There is not a whole lot to do unless you want to eat at every fast-food restaurant there is. They do have a very nice public park with volleyball and tennis courts along with mini golf and a mini water park. There is NO public transpertation. No culture. No diversity. No customer service. So if you like the country (corn fields) and factories this place is for
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