I’m thinking of leaving my life on the east coast behind, I still want to remain in the United States but want to get as far away from the east coast as possible. I’m thinking about either Alaska or Saipan. How hard is it to start over in Alaska?

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  2. Depends on where in Alaska, what your work situation is, what your financial situation is, etc…same as anywhere else.

  5. Why cant you restart in other western states? Like why not something like Montana or even non coastal California.

  6. Is there something you like about Alaska?

    It’s extremely expensive. It’s ranked #50 in economy. #1 in violent crime rate.

    It’s #5 worst state to live in.

  7. Do you really mean “remote” when you say “far away”? There are many remote places that are not as far away as Alaska or the Marianas.

    There are remote places all over America. Try looking up counties with the lowest population density.

  8. Can you kill a bear with your own hands? Do you know how to differentiate between a male and female moose? How many pairs of snowshoes do you own?

    Just kidding. I have no clue. But, Alaska sounds pretty awesome.

  10. Start over from what? If you just want to not be near people who know you then you can usually move about an hour or two in any direction and be good to go. If you have financial or non-trivial legal issues you’re trying to run away from, then those largely persist if you move to a different state.

    Alaska’s expensive and largely rural — there’s a lot of cost involved in getting supplies up there.

  11. I’m mostly just concerned what the hell happened that the entire 2000 mile stretch of the east coast is unpalatable and why isn’t a couple thousand miles to the mountain west or west coast not far enough.

    Seems strange to hate the east coast so much that Alaska is you option.

  12. Don’t go to Alaska. You won’t find much to do there outside of maybe hunting, fishing or hiking. I think the best option for you is Cali. You have multiple cities like LA, San Diego, San Francisco plus it’s far enough where you’ll forget the East Coast ever existed.

  14. Imo, if you’re looking at Alaska, you would be better off checking out a lot of the western states (not the coast). Idaho, Montana, there’s lots of remote places that are hella far from the east coast. In some ways they’re further than Cali, Oregon, Washington.

    If it were me, I’d find work first. Contact some head hunters, make up some bullshit (like your family is moving out there so you want to secure work), and use that connection to fund the move.

  15. I feel you.

    Yes, Alaska actually is a well known place for introverted people to leave an entire place behind. Many people escape their pain by moving to Alaska but keep in mind they usually are just running from their problems. I can’t say I don’t blame you though.

    Also look into Puerto Rico, Guam, Hawaii, and America Samoa. Hell even move to south east Asia or south America if you can. Even Wyoming or Montana will provide you what you’re looking for.

    I was in the same position as you and actually moved out to east coast to get away from Chicago but intended to move even further (overseas), ended up finding a clear line of separation and joy so I stayed.

    Alaska is the place to start over. Best of luck!

  16. Where are you on the East coast? I have lived many places and the East coast was by far the best of them. The grass is not greener (always). The entire coast is a huge place though. I think Vermont/Upstate NY/Maine is going to be some of the most livable from a climate and politics standpoint as soon as this fascist revolution is complete

  17. Alaska is known for being a safe harbor for people with your type of story. Given your skills and interest in fishing i say you should go for it.

  19. If you are looking to put a criminal past behind you, know that Alaska isn’t exactly somewhere with no criminals. Also chemical dependence is highly prevalent. My husband and I were seriously considering a move to Alaska but decided against it due to wanting to give our daughter the best chance at a good life. The addiction and alcoholism rates are so high that we decided against it. Perhaps we will move there after she is grown. If substance use has been a difficulty, I would avoid it unless you have a solid sobriety plan.

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