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2023 Best Cities to Live in America

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  1. #3 Best Cities to Live in America.

    The Woodlands

    City in Texas,

    497 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.

    Featured Review: Current Resident says I always tell people The Woodlands is not an exciting place to live, but it is a nice place to live.When people from the greater Houston area hear "The Woodlands," they think of The Woodlands Mall. This is the most popular part of town, and it is conveniently located close to the freeway. The...Newcomers always point out the excess greenery and ask how we locals can find anything, but I have no problem with all the trees because the town is so well-organized. There are several zoning laws...There are local churches and well-maintained parks hidden in every neighborhood.A common complaint is that residential streets do not have sidewalks. My least favorite part about TW is that it is a comedy desert. The closest comedy club is a 35-minute drive from the edge of town..

    Read 497 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Population: 115,716,

  2. #4 Best Cities to Live in America.

    Naperville

    City in Illinois,

    678 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.

    Featured Review: Current Resident says Naperville provides the fundamentals of living a healthy and happy lifestyle. Through its education system and opportunities to be a part of a community, any resident may treasure their time in one...My education has been enhanced by the elite school system which provides students with access to resources specific to their topics of interest. District 204 has helped me blossom into the person I...Outside of school, Naperville's many parks and the modern downtown area are appealing to explore Naperville's many small businesses and exciting activities. Often, my father and I take a long stroll....

    Read 678 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Population: 149,013,

  3. #7 Best Cities to Live in America.

    Irvine

    City in California,

    572 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.

    Featured Review: Nearby Resident says I love Irvine! I went to UCI for my bachelors degree and it was a beautiful area. There are many activities to do beyond campus life. My friends and I would ride our bikes in the park and then get....

    Read 572 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Population: 297,868,

  4. #8 Best Cities to Live in America.

    Ann Arbor

    City in Michigan,

    565 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.

    Featured Review: Former Resident says Truly a magical place! A2 exists in its own world and operates drastically different from anywhere outside the city line. As the most educated city in America, A2 is full of sharp and highly...Pro tip living here: take little trips into the real world (outside city lines) to give yourself a mental break sometimes. A2 is such a highly academic environment (even if you're not in school) it....

    Read 565 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Population: 122,731,

  5. #9 Best Cities to Live in America.

    Overland Park

    City in Kansas,

    454 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.

    Featured Review: Former Resident says My family and I lived in a townhouse in Overland Park for three years. It was a great area! Lots to do - shopping, theatres, dinning, parks, bowling, IFly, etc. Great libraries. Appreciated the....

    Read 454 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Population: 195,249,

  6. #13 Best Cities to Live in America.

    Seattle

    City in Washington,

    1019 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.

    Featured Review: Current Resident says Lived in this city most my life, almost 40 years. Due to the tech industry it’s ungodly expensive now. However, it’s a fun city, beautiful, so much to do. Lots of sports, art, cinema, and nearby....

    Read 1019 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Population: 726,054,

  7. #15 Best Cities to Live in America.

    San Francisco

    City in California,

    971 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.

    Featured Review: Former Resident says LOVE this place, but definitely not a perfect city for everybody. Everything here is crazy expensive! Housing here is practically unaffordable for people who aren't very wealthy, which is why most....

    Read 971 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Population: 865,933,

  8. #21 Best Cities to Live in America.

    Boulder

    City in Colorado,

    340 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.

    Featured Review: Current Resident says Boulder is a clean location with an inspiring dedication to environmental care and wellness. It has made countless commitments to altering every-day functions for the sake of combatting climate....

    Read 340 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A,

    Population: 104,930,

  9. #23 Best Cities to Live in America.

    Pittsburgh

    City in Pennsylvania,

    793 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.

    Featured Review: Current Resident says I was born and raised in the Pittsburgh area. I have had the opportunity to live in 4 other states as well. Pittsburgh is currently my home and will always be home for me. As an outdoor enthusiast, I....

    Read 793 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A,

    Population: 303,207,

  10. #24 Best Cities to Live in America.

    Austin

    City in Texas,

    2432 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.

    Featured Review: Current Resident says Austin is such a friendly city. It has a wide variety of people engaged in different cultural and artistic expressions. It has a great community for raising children. There is a nice blend of hippie....

    Read 2432 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A,

    Population: 944,658,

  11. #25 Best Cities to Live in America.

    Scottsdale

    City in Arizona,

    379 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.

    Featured Review: Current Resident says Scottsdale has been a great place to live overall. It is well maintained and has great shopping and dining choices offering a range of cuisine. It also is pretty low on crime and feels safe wherever....

    Read 379 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A,

    Population: 238,685,

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