2023 Best Places to Live in America

• 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 Philadelphia, PA

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  Rating 4.36 out of 5  36 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 36 reviews

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• Population 14,391

• 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 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 New York City, NY

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• Population 1,258

• Suburb of Boston, MA

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  Rating 4.12 out of 5  139 reviews

Current Resident: Brookline's public transportation is excellent, and restaurants and businesses are everywhere in the historic districts, making shopping and dining an overall experience. LIVING in Brookline is a little bit more difficult though, as all parking is reserved for shoppers and visitors, so if you plan on being a resident here, plan on renting a separate home for your vehicle (Craigslist). You're a stones-throw from most activities though, and it may be more advantageous for those who can to avoid having a car all together. The only other downside to living in Brookline is the cost of rent. A one bedroom apartment can cost anywhere from $1,800 to $3,000 on the high end, so be prepared! Living here has been a great experience so far, just a little strapping on the wallet.... Read 139 reviews

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• Population 62,620

• Suburb of New York City, NY

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  Rating 4.2 out of 5  5 reviews

Current Resident: Walker’s paradise! So easy to find good places to eat: lots of sushi, Chinese food, diners, etc. Great produce at local market. Needs a new Supermarket but hopefully Stop and Shop will open up in Great Neck. Very convenient to work out at Planet Fitness. LIRR is easy to walk to and the short ride into Manhattan is great for commuters. Also lots of Nice busses to Flushing, Manhasset mall, Lynbrook, and other parts of Great Neck next to the LIRR station.... Read 5 reviews

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• Population 7,429

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 in Maryland

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  Rating 4.24 out of 5  46 reviews

Current Resident: We purchased our home in North Bethesda in 1986, when we had one son 6 months old. Now 37 years later, we smile at the good fortune in this choice. We love our neighborhood (Walnut Woods) and we love the area. The Farmland/Tilden Woods/Old Farm area has homes from the 1960's kept in good shape, nicely landscaped, with large old oak trees and many of the original cherry trees (planted by the builder) still blooming each spring. Neighborhood is quiet and safe. Excellent schools. Access to shopping and restaurants is outstanding, including the Park Potomac development to the west and Rockville Pike, plus Montgomery Mall. Access to Metro and I-270 is easy, you can get anywhere from here. Hard to imagine a better neighborhood!... Read 46 reviews

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• Population 50,695

• 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

• Suburb of New York City, NY

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  Rating 4.09 out of 5  82 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 82 reviews

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• Population 19,347

• Suburb in Maryland

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  Rating 4.05 out of 5  79 reviews

Current Resident: Neighbor’s are supportive of each other! We have a HMO. That gets things done! Great area to walk! Lived here 20 years, it’s a very great area to walk!... Read 79 reviews

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• Population 24,449

• Suburb of New York City, NY

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• Suburb of Lansing, MI

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  Rating 3.81 out of 5  89 reviews

Current Resident: I’ve lived in Okemos since I was a 2 year old and I just love it here! To me it’s the safest, people here are so loving, friendly, welcoming, compassionate, and helpful. There are many different beautiful trails you can go walk in through. Great schools in the area. The teachers are great educators.... Read 89 reviews

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• Population 25,179

• Suburb of Philadelphia, PA

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  Rating 4.13 out of 5  16 reviews

Current Resident: Swarthmore is a delightful, safe town in which to raise a family. The schools are excellent, many of the homes historic, and it is just a quick ride to Media or to Philadelphia. Being near Swarthmore College and its beautiful campus is obviously a huge plus. Contrary to the report on this site, the folks who live in Swarthmore tend to lean very liberal. Town co-op, farmer's market, and nice sidewalks are all bonuses.... Read 16 reviews

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• Population 6,560

Current Resident: I live in senior housing in Princeton, which is affordable and extremely well-run. There is a free municipal bus that is available six days a week which takes me to any of the places I need to go here in Princeton. Crosstown Taxi is also available at an extremely low cost. I have greatly enjoyed the large library, the Princeton Art Museum, and the Princeton Arts Council where I have attended classes. My medical and eye doctors and Princeton Shopping Center are all located on the municipal bus route. All of my needs and most of my wants are available without leaving the town. It's been my experience to find anyone employed by the town to be courteous, kind, and respectful. The atmosphere in Princeton causes me to feel safe, secure and cared for. A most remarkable community!... Read 86 reviews

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• Population 30,717

• Suburb of Denver, CO

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  Rating 4.13 out of 5  8 reviews

Current Resident: HH since 2015 where Hutchinson Homes were very well built in 60s. Big yards, mostly good neighbors, multi-use trails wind through the 'hood and just south of the Cherry Creek Trail. Most homes actually in Denver County though some homes are in Arapahoe County. Lower crime than in my old central Denver neighborhood. Many great schools in the area from K-12 and also undergraduate and grad schools nearby. Light rail is under 1 mile from my home. Still in Denver but lots are bigger so you can get a house with a good 2-car garage where in more-central Park Hill neighborhood people have to park on street and move their cars on street-sweeping days. A few original residents. Bible Park is a Denver City Park that has a brand new huge playground for the younger school aged "yard ape" kids, tennis courts for all, but no live music like some city parks such as City Park which has a free summer live jazz concert -- and oldsters complain if you suggest live music at Bible Park.... Read 8 reviews

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• Population 2,843

• Suburb of Houston, TX

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  Rating 4.14 out of 5  104 reviews

Current Resident: I’ve lived in Cinco Ranch for the past 5 years and it’s honestly beautiful. It’s perfect for someone that likes nature but also civilization. There are so many things to do, great places to shop and some really good restaurants. It truly is a family-friendly neighborhood, and the schools are amazing!... Read 104 reviews

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• Population 18,399

• Suburb of Richmond, VA

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  Rating 4 out of 5  4 reviews

Current Resident: I love the weather, the lakes, the flowers and gardens, its pristine and manicured. Great restaurants a and places to play. Amazing schools, awesome weather. Transplant from Seattle. It's so much better here than there. Lots of water here. Gorgeous. Lots of paths to walk on, parks to use. Shopping here is a breeze. Gorgeous shopping. Ponds, fish. Access to tons of jobs. Diverse, more of a richer area. Easy access to the freeways. International airport is not far. The gorgeous white sands at Virginia beach and otter banks are just right there. I'd say maybe 2 hours away drive tops. The costs of housing is more affordable here than Seattle that is for sure.... Read 4 reviews

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• Population 8,966

• Town in Indiana

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  Rating 4.3 out of 5  293 reviews

Current Resident: I’ve lived many places as an adult and my wife and I chose Carmel as the place to raise our family. Our initial exposure was visiting friends that had recently relocated here from California. I’ve never been anywhere that has the combination of great neighborhoods , amazing schools, outstanding athletic programs, quality restaurants all in a safe and affordable environment. I’m convinced that this is the best place to raise a family in the country! Admittedly, we’ve recently noticed the school board adopting more liberal policies and it appears to be proactively recruiting left leaning board members. We left our prior community in suburban Connecticut for this reason as the schools started to decline so we are particularly sensitive to this. That said, I believe the community as a whole is conservative and won’t allow this bent to ruin a good thing. I would highly recommend this a place to raise a family. It’s truly a hidden gem!... Read 293 reviews

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• Population 98,137

• Town in New Mexico

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  Rating 3.61 out of 5  23 reviews

Current Resident: Los Alamos is a great town for outdoor enthusiasts. Miles and miles of trails, great camping sites all over, rock climbing, skiing, rafting...The longest commute to work is 15 minutes. The town is very safe, and the schools are good. Schools used to be 10/10, but in the past few years, they went down to 7/10. My oldest child is much older than my youngest, and helping at schools with both of them, I can see the difference :( The downside of Los Alamos, is that many local residents have a mentality of living here temporary, and do not invest much in local businesses, they shop "off the hill". For the town with a median household income twice the national average, Los Alamos invests very little in itself. Poor entertainment and shopping as a result. The housing also looks a little depressing. The majority of the houses were built in the early era of Los Alamos, and only a few are remodeled. These old houses create a certain look, which may take some time to get used to.... Read 23 reviews

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• Population 13,270

• Suburb of Pittsburgh, PA

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  Rating 4.57 out of 5  7 reviews

Current Resident: I love that Aspinwall is such an inclusive community. There is so much to do, so many sights to see, and infinitely many amazing people to meet- all without leaving the perimeter of the town. Everyone knows each other, and changes are being made every day to grow Aspinwall into the best community it can possibly be. Some of my favorite things about Aspinwall is the local yoga studio I attend, being able to walk to my job, and both of the parks in the town. Everything is within walking distance, and there are various places for people to interact and become happier. Additionally, Aspinwall is very clean, and each citizen who lives here does their part to keep the town beautiful. All in all, I love it here, and I wouldn't trade my small town for the world.... Read 7 reviews

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• Population 2,901

• Suburb in Maryland

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• Population 8,566

• Suburb in New Jersey

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  Rating 4.55 out of 5  11 reviews

Current Resident: Lived a year so far and love this town. Residents joke that it’s Pleasantville or Mayberry North. Tons of young families. Very good for the 30s/40s with young kids. Very friendly neighbors. You feel like you can leave your doors unlocked. West of 17 is all walkable with sidewalks - convenient to a small but nice downtown with several good restaurants (best sushi in the area). Convenient to Ridgewood, wyckoff, allendale, WCL shopping, Wegman’s etc. And as safe a town as you can get.... Read 11 reviews

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• Population 4,248

• Suburb in Virginia

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  Rating 4.27 out of 5  22 reviews

Current Resident: I Have lived in Stone Ridge for the past 3 years and it's a great place to raise a family and live without worry. There is a lot of growth and progress and many professionals that love living in the area. The trip to DC is not too bad as you have the Dulles toll road, routes 50 and 66. There is a bit of traffic but it's worth the travel. Stone Ridge safety is amazing and very happy to live here!... Read 22 reviews

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• Population 15,776