I live in New York City, which has been ranked one of the best places in the country for dating. Here's why I think it's actually terrible.

Erin McDowellApr 17, 2020, 21:19 IST

Business InsiderDating in New York City might seem like an endless road of opportunities, but it's harder than you might imagine.Orbon Alija/Getty Images

WalletHub recently ranked New York City as the best city in the country for fun and recreational opportunities in its study of the best US cities for singles.
New York state also ranked first for romance and fun and second for dating opportunities.
No one can deny that the Big Apple is home to tons of fun date activities and a large population of single people.
However, from tiny living quarters and expensive nights out to demanding work schedules, dating in New York City is downright unbearable at times.
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Dating in New York City has been chronicled by countless movies and TV shows, from "When Harry Met Sally" to "Sex and the City."

However, when it comes to actually dating in New York City, it's more of a nightmare than a fairytale.

WalletHub recently ranked New York City as the best city in the country for fun and recreational opportunities, while New York state ranked first for romance and fun and second for dating opportunities.

However, there are many struggles that come with dating in New York City that are rarely discussed outside of close friend groups or frustrated rants on social media.

Here are 8 reasons why dating in New York City is actually terrible, coming from someone who lives there.

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Many singles have some sort of emotional baggage that can affect their relationships.

Everything is really expensive, and going out to dinner on a first date is pretty rare.

We're also an ambitious lot, which can pose problems in relationships.

New Yorkers, by nature, are always looking for something bigger and better.

If you're not a fan of dating apps, it can be hard to meet someone in person.

Unlike what you see in movies and shows like "Sex and the City," people don't just start flirting in a coffee shop, on the street, or on the subway.

Living in different boroughs of the city can make your relationship seem like a long-distance one.

It's nearly impossible to have any privacy when you have to live with multiple roommates.

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