Make Your Move: 5 reasons to make Flint & Genesee your landing spot   

There are so many possibilities when you are young. Whether you are looking forward to graduating from high school or college, you will face many choices. Why not make where you land an easy one?   

Genesee County isn’t just home; it is also a great place to make your own home. With a reasonable cost of living, excellent higher education options, and a slew of outstanding employers, Flint & Genesee is a perfect place to make your mark. Here are five reasons you should land in Flint & Genesee.   

1. The cost of living in Genesee County is 9% lower than average 

According to the Cost-of-Living Calculator on the Make Your Move in Flint & Genesee website, the national average cost of living is 9% less, including housing, which is 34.7% less, and healthcare, which is 20.1% less. This means you can save more of what you make for things you enjoy.  

2. There are robust higher education options here 

Flint & Genesee is a great place to get an education. It has three major institutions alongside multiple satellite campuses. Whether you’re thinking of your future or your children’s future, there are plenty of options in Flint & Genesee. The prominent colleges and universities include Kettering University, Mott Community College, and the University of Michigan-Flint. All three have robust educational programs, including business management, engineering, and automotive technology.   

3. Flint & Genesee is home to major employers in a variety of industries  

Employers like Hurley Medical Center, ELGA Credit Union, and General Motors have shaped the culture and work environment in Flint & Genesee. The job market in Genesee County continues to grow. Luckily, for recent graduates, Make Your Move in Flint & Genesee can help you find your perfect fit. Learn more on the Make Your Move in Flint & Genesee website. 

4. There is a ton to do in Flint & Genesee  

Flint & Genesee is a vibrant community with plenty of things to do. Home to the largest county parks system in the state, there are over 11,000 acres of parks and nature areas to explore. Flint has a world-class Cultural Center featuring the largest Planetarium in Michigan and the second-largest fine arts museum. With professional sports teams, including the Flint City Bucks and Flint Firebirds, there is plenty to root for. Discover the area like a tourist on the Explore Flint & Genesee website.   

5. You can make a lasting impact on the community  

Flint & Genesee has always been a place for doers and dreamers. The birthplace of General Motors, four wheels put Flint on the map, and it has continued its tradition of ingenuity and spark ever since. Whether working for a local nonprofit helping to make a change, starting your own business to make your mark, or climbing up the ranks at one of the area’s major institutions, you can leave an impression on Genesee County when you land here.   

Want to learn more about staying in the area after school? To get started, fill out this form on MakeYourMove.org: move.flintandgenesee.org/dream-home.