2023 Best Places to Raise a Family in America

• Suburb of Philadelphia, PA

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  Rating 4.38 out of 5  16 reviews

Current Resident: Great friendly neighborhood! Convenient to everything. The restaurants in the area are amazing. The farmers market is second to none.... Read 16 reviews

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• Population 1,981

• Suburb of Philadelphia, PA

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  Rating 4.09 out of 5  55 reviews

Current Resident: I love Chesterbrook. It is such an awesome community! The schools are great and the people here are lovely and nice. There are so many opportunities here such as jobs. The communities are very diverse and I find it very family friendly. Thought the pricing here is a little expensive, it is definitely worth it! Chesterbrook schools include Conestoga High School, and TE Middle School, both are great public schools and ranked fairly high in the country. The staff and workers are awfully nice and make your experience amazing. So what are you waiting for? Come move to Chesterbrook now!... Read 55 reviews

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• Population 5,457

• Suburb of New York City, NY

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• Population 1,299

• Suburb of Philadelphia, PA

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  Rating 4.2 out of 5  15 reviews

Current Resident: Penn Wynne is a cute, generally friendly place to live, and there are many vibrant places nearby and some activities to do. Philly is very easily accessible.... Read 15 reviews

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• Population 6,226

• Suburb of New York City, NY

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  Rating 4.07 out of 5  81 reviews

Current Resident: Great town! The only thing that prevented me from giving it 5-stars is that it is very expensive and taxes are high. The nightlife is not really there, however, neighboring towns will most likely have what you’re looking for. Would especially recommend for families looking for a great school district.... Read 81 reviews

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• Population 19,347

• Suburb of Boston, MA

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  Rating 4.26 out of 5  19 reviews

Current Resident: I believe the school system is great! I have had very few teachers I did not like which is amazing for a public school. Although, the ratings have gone down and Wayland Public Schools is now not ranked top 10 in the state, when it was previously top 5 I believe. It is a predominantly white town although there is around 30% asians and 5% black students in my high school. Very easy access to 95 and 90 which makes the commute to activities easy. It is expensive but at the cost of good schools. Additionally, as a student there are always places looking for staff and also interns.... Read 19 reviews

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• Population 13,859

• Suburb of Chicago, IL

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  Rating 4.19 out of 5  16 reviews

Current Resident: I’d say this town is very normal, the things I love are down town long grove and the schools which are full of opportunities. My family moved for a larger house with more space and a good school, this area has both. We live a 5 minute drive away from down town long grove, which has three amazing fun festivals a year which include food and fun with your friends. Also the school district is really good, most/if not all of the students attend Stevenson High school, an amazing school full of great opportunities! I like this area overall, as you can see there are many upsides to living here. However it’s a small town, so I wouldn’t say the area is for everyone, and I’ve always loved the big cities.... Read 16 reviews

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• Population 8,258

• Suburb of Philadelphia, PA

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  Rating 4.34 out of 5  35 reviews

Current Resident: Ardmore has been a wonderful place to be raised. There is so much to do in and around Ardmore. The neighborhoods are quiet, which is quite nice. The neighbors and friends you meet while living in Ardmore are the best! It is super close to Suburban Square, a shopping center filled with a diverse range of stores. Additionally, it's only a 25-minute drive from Philly, which makes it extremely easy when you need to take a trip into Philly. The Ardmore community is unmatched and many other surrounding towns attempt to replicate this same environment, but fail... Read 35 reviews

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• Population 14,391

• Suburb of New York City, NY

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  Rating 5 out of 5  2 reviews

Current Resident: The village of Lake success located within the community of Great Neck is an unbelievable place to live and raise a family for so many reasons. Our public school system is top rated, the train station is less than a mile away and 24 minutes express to Manhattan, we have a beautiful 18 hole golf course which is only a few thousand dollars a year for village residents. The golf club has a fitness center available to all residents which is only 50 dollars per resident per year, and a restaurant open to all residents. We have a beautiful pool club with 10 tennis courts for village residents as well, and an amazing summer camp program for children ages 3-7 . We have a private police department and trash pick up 6 days a week. I doubt there is another community with so much to offer in the tri-state area and taxes are relatively low considering what you are getting!... Read 2 reviews

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• Population 2,856

Current Resident: Moved here from Manhattan and been living here for 21 years, and love it. Great for raising a family, social and cultural diversity, convenience, safe, great schools, lots of outdoor spaces in and around town. Great sense of community, pride and ownership in town. Eclectic food scene. Access to Princeton University, NYC and Philadelphia.... Read 21 reviews

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• Population 2,208

• Suburb of New York City, NY

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• Population 1,258

• Suburb of Philadelphia, PA

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  Rating 4.06 out of 5  33 reviews

Current Resident: I moved to Berwyn PA from abroad 3 years ago. I didn’t mean to stay much longer than that but the area draws you in . The school system is great, commute into Philly on the Septa is super convenient. Area feels safe and ha a great selection of local bars and restaurants. With I think the biggest shopping mall in the US 10 mins away and yet you are living in a leafy suburb and can go walking and running around the beautiful streets. Finally 2 hours to the coast - what is not to love !... Read 33 reviews

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• Population 3,620

• Suburb of Pittsburgh, PA

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  Rating 4.04 out of 5  23 reviews

Current Resident: Many young, progressive families are moving to Fox Chapel from the East End and are finding great schools and a beautiful protected forest environment. Both the school board and local municipal governments are turning over. Out are the retired country club members and in are the younger representatives with a fresh perspective on what makes a community vibrant and desirable. There are still many "old money"families here who haven't yet figured out that they are outnumbered.... Read 23 reviews

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• Population 5,314

• Suburb of New York City, NY

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  Rating 3.98 out of 5  49 reviews

Current Resident: Grew up in Jericho and still live here. Top rated school district, the town itself has a rich history. Just a seven-minute drive to the Hicksville train station, a 15-minute drive to the Roosevelt Field Mall, close to Cantiague Park and Eisenhower Park, the Long Island Expressway, the Northern State Parkway, Whole Foods, Starbucks, dry cleaners, 7-Elevens, banks, movie theaters, The Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, The NYCB Music Theater and neighborhood restaurants (including the famous Milleridge Inn). The only downside living in Jericho are the very high property and school taxes, the congested main thoroughfare route 106/107, and the virtually non existent night life in this town. Otherwise, it’s quiet and a great town to raise a family.... Read 49 reviews

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• Population 14,526

• Suburb of New York City, NY

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  Rating 4 out of 5  2 reviews

Niche User: It's a safe neighborhood and should there be any problems, the county police would respond right away.... Read 2 reviews

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• Population 7,231

• Neighborhood in Newton, MA

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  Rating 4.13 out of 5  23 reviews

Current Resident: I like all there is to do here. There’s plenty of food places, stores, and schools in the area. It’s very safe, there’s never a day where I’m feeling unsafe or scared to be out and about. Traffic usually isn’t too bad, unless it’s right after school.... Read 23 reviews

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• Population 17,619

• Neighborhood in Newton, MA

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  Rating 3.88 out of 5  16 reviews

Niche User: My town has been said to be one of the safest in the United States and even walking the streets in the dead of night I feel completely safe.... Read 16 reviews

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• Population 5,727

• Suburb of New York City, NY

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  Rating 4.4 out of 5  5 reviews

Current Resident: A great community who cares about each other. Very convenient amenities and close to the city. Excellent schools!... Read 5 reviews

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• Population 4,163

• Neighborhood in Redmond, WA

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  Rating 4.07 out of 5  14 reviews

Niche User: Sometimes it's boring but overall safety, jobs, parks are great and it is an awesome place to live.... Read 14 reviews

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• Population 4,182

• Neighborhood in Newton, MA

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• Population 2,993

• Suburb of Chicago, IL

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  Rating 4.17 out of 5  6 reviews

Former Resident: A beautiful 1 square mile town in the suburbs of Chicago on Lake Michigan, this town is almost all white and Christian. The architecture is very pretty, and the public schools here are fantastic if you can afford the property tax.... Read 6 reviews

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• Population 2,423

• Suburb of Boston, MA

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• Population 6,966

• Suburb of New York City, NY

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  Rating 4.1 out of 5  48 reviews

Current Resident: Plainview is amazing! So many kids and they all know each other. Great team sports, great schools, parks, and a beautiful new shopping center. Plus there is an amazing biking / running trail. For those who suggested it lacks nightlife, main street farmingdale is a 5 minute car ride away and has tons of restaurants and bars. Rather go there then have in my own backyard. Train station is close but not to close so you dont get the noise. It really is a very well balanced community and really enjoyed raising kids here.... Read 48 reviews

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• Population 26,665

• Suburb of Boston, MA

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  Rating 3.91 out of 5  11 reviews

Niche User: Living in Southborough Massachusetts over the years has been extremely amazing. It is a small town so it is not over run with large businesses and there are more "mom and pop" ran businesses. Everyone pretty much knows each other so the atmosphere is very friendly. The education is great, schools hire teachers that care about the students and push them everyday to do their best. I moved to this town when I was around eight years old, and if I were able to do it all again from an earlier age if I could. For the past decades Southborough has been a small quiet town and it look like it will stay like this for many more decades to come.... Read 11 reviews

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• Population 2,776

• Suburb of Chicago, IL

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  Rating 4.43 out of 5  30 reviews

Current Resident: We have lived here since 2015 (moved from La Grange) and are very happy here. We moved for the schools and a larger home and lot size. Clarendon Hills is an extremely well run town. You get quick answers from the Village when you call and the streets are always in great shape when there is a snow storm. They also have newer infrastructure (electric, sewage, roads). You hardly ever have power outages and never a problem with flooding. The schools are extraordinary, teachers top of their game and school resources phenomenal. It's a great place to live!... Read 30 reviews

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• Population 8,707