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2019 Most Diverse Cities in AmericaAbout this List

Explore the most diverse cities in the U.S. based on ethnic and economic diversity statistics by city from the U.S. Census. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

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  1. Vallejo

    • City in California
    • 318 reviews
    #1 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Current Resident: Vallejo is destined for great things. Shedding its unfair image of a crime infested city, it is now absolutely on the rebound! Homes are being fixed up, business is booming, improvements are being made all the time. New business coming in, the old downtown is becoming 'gentrified', and the new prosperity is showing everywhere you turn. Home prices are booming but still (relatively) affordable for the Bay Area. Crime is down, cops are being hired. A new school Superintendent has great plans and vision (with many changes already implemented like; closed campus, increased security, etc,) to correct the school system. What has always been awesome about Vallejo is its weather and location - the best in the Bay Area! Booming artist community breathing new life in to downtown. Many residents are community involved and optimistic about the great changes we are experiencing. Lovely old homes and scenic hills. It's not perfect, but its promising and flourishing.
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    • C
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    • D+
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    • A+
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    • 120,599 Population
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  2. Oakland

    • City in California
    • 349 reviews
    #2 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Current Resident: Oakland is a diverse, resilient, and vibrant community. The city’s love for art and social justice is evident- there are murals on every block! Folks instill the beauty and power of art into their children and build social gatherings around it (i.e. Oakland Art & Wine Festival, Mural Festivals, Art Walks, and more!). It can be expensive to live here. The Tech Bubble has yet to burst, and unfortunately many Natives are slowly being pushed out farther and farther into the East Bay. Still, the folks who remain here aren’t going down without a fight. They support local businesses and they care deeply about EVERYONE in their city. They are the nicest people you will ever meet.
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    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • C
      Public Schools
    • A+
      Diversity
    • 417,442 Population
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  3. Sacramento

    • City in California
    • 562 reviews
    #3 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Current Resident: One of my favorite things about Sacramento is the incredible food! There are so many different styles of restaurants, and tons of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options. They also have incredible micro-breweries in the area, each one having a unique vibe, with tons of different flavor options.
    Another great reason to live in Sacramento is the diversity of each neighborhood. The "Fab 40's" is a gorgeous neighborhood in East Sacramento with beautiful mansions and tree-lined streets and sidewalks. Midtown is one of the oldest neighborhoods, with homes that are almost 150 years old. My favorite neighborhood is Oak Park. This is where I work and live, and I have watched this neighborhood blossom the last couple of years. This neighborhood is low income, or "urban", but offers more beauty and complexity than anywhere else in the city. Oak Park is a strong community supported by strong people of color, who are passionate about their families and their neighborhood.
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    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
      Public Schools
    • A+
      Diversity
    • 489,650 Population
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  4. Jersey City

    • City in New Jersey
    • 202 reviews
    #4 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Current Resident: I grew up in Jersey City; a mosaic composed of tiles either broken, dull or delicately beautiful, each hailing from every corner of the Earth. I was nurtured without witnessing racial tension and had the freedom to experience cultures vastly different from my own. It is a place where everyone lives harmoniously and deeply appreciate one another. In no other place on Earth would I be able to learn traditional dance in a ghagra choli and twirl in Garba, or greedily devour lumpia with my Filipino friends, or be taught Korean and Egyptian customs all within a few square miles.
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    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • C+
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    • A+
      Diversity
    • 265,932 Population
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  5. New York City

    • City in New York
    • 1,055 reviews
    #5 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Current Resident: I love this city. After coming from another country NYC is everything i've dreamed of. It is very expensive but it is worth it! Great food, great people, and always something to do. I wish the streets were cleaned more and there were not as many homeless people but that is likely a problem in all cities. The subways smell and are gross but taking a subway in the city is very convenient compared to driving. If you take a taxi the traffic is always bad. I almost always feel safe in my neighborhood. My favorite food is always available.
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    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
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    • A+
      Diversity
    • 8,560,072 Population
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  6. Fairfield

    • City in California
    • 254 reviews
    #6 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Current Resident: Fairfield is a suburban area that is located in a sweet spot between San Jose, San Francisco, Sacramento, and Napa(it is basically in the middle and takes about 40 minutes to travel to the cities). Interstate-80 runs through Fairfield and most residential places are within 5 minutes of a highway entrance. There isn't a whole lot to do in Fairfield, but it still offers quite a variety. Fairfield is also relatively close to the cities which are within a 10 minute drive(on I-80). Around the times when people are commuting to work and commuting from work, there is a lot of traffic on I-80(but this isn't just a "Fairfield thing", it stretches all throughout I-80).
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    • B-
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    • B
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    • A+
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    • 112,790 Population
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  9. Stockton

    • City in California
    • 771 reviews
    #7 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Current Resident: Stockton is a really unique city. It is given a lot of bad connotation because of its crime, but there are many positive aspects to this city. Due to its large and diverse community, there's just about everything. The different cuisines, supermarkets, people, it all is quite nice. We also have two malls and two colleges/universities on the same street! We are a decent commute from the bay area and capital city, so real estate and such is alright.
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    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B-
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    • A+
      Diversity
    • 304,358 Population
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  10. Chicago

    • City in Illinois
    • 1,830 reviews
    #8 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Current Resident: I've lived in Chicago all my life and I love it here, with one exception and that is the weather. Summer in Chicago is really only 3-4 months with unpredictable transition seasons and brutally cold winters. Also, it's a very windy city making summer nights near the lake somewhat chilly and single digit days unbearable. I am moving because of it. With that being said, Chicago beats most other cities imo for culture, diversity, art, architecture, food, nightlife, sightseeing, shopping, you name it! You will never be bored in Chicago and public transportation will take you anywhere you want to go. A lot of people comment on the crime rate in Chicago but I've lived from UK Village to Lincoln Park/Lakeview and as far into the city as River North. Personally, I haven't experienced or witnessed crime but know it's a problem on the south side.
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    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • C+
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    • A+
      Diversity
    • 2,722,586 Population
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  11. Hayward

    • City in California
    • 184 reviews
    #9 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Current Resident: Hayward has a very big problem with crime. You will constantly hear sirens and have street closures caused by criminal investigations. It's a great area, other than the cost of housing is crazy expensive. There are many great restaurants and you can have nearly anything delivered to your door! They are very pet friendly and family friendly in the area. You can almost always find the services you need in Hayward or one of the very close towns near by. There are many great stores in Hayward and everything is generally easy to get to. Traffic can be bad, but timing is everything. There are freeways everywhere going to any place you could want to go. It's amazing how quickly you can get to most places even with traffic. There are many auto repair businesses and many are student friendly. There are many gas stations so you can nearly always find the gas you need. People are friendly in Hayward, but won't generally talk unless you strike up the conversation.
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    • B-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • C+
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    • A+
      Diversity
    • 156,917 Population
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  12. Long Beach

    • City in California
    • 605 reviews
    #10 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Current Resident: I've loved growing up in Long Beach--the public school system is great, the neighborhoods are diverse, and it's beautiful! The downtown is becoming more popular every year, and new development has revitalized The Pike and the area near the airport (LBX). It's a wonderful place to be active, from free yoga on the bluffs to well designed bike paths and a beach boardwalk. There are all sorts of restaurants, and the cultural and ethnic diversity makes Long Beach a very vibrant city. Finally, Long Beach is super LGBTQ friendly, and every June I love driving by the rainbow colored crosswalks in downtown.
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    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
      Public Schools
    • A+
      Diversity
    • 470,489 Population
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  13. Pasadena

    • City in California
    • 192 reviews
    #11 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Current Resident: I love Pasadena's architecture and cleanliness. Everyone is always friendly and its always amazing to see the beautiful blue mountains. If only the watering restrictions were different... then the neighborhoods could be way nicer looking. But it is a perfect place to live as nothing in LA or beyond is too far! It's the perfect "hub" Overall safe, friendly, conveniently placed, developing, and beautiful!
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
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    • A+
      Diversity
    • 141,231 Population
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  14. Arlington

    • City in Texas
    • 851 reviews
    #12 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Nearby Resident: Arlington is very good sized city, urban in feel yet not cluttered like a downtown area. There are lots of shops, restaurants, amenities, attractions, and distractions available! All with a range of prices and feelings. A mid-sized town, Arlington will feel big enough to not get boring going between uptown and the stadiums, but not so large that it is a slog to drive through. Capability of the drivers might cause some head-ache, but no more than downtown drivers. Speaking of Downtown, no more than 20 minutes to drive to Downtown Dallas, the next nearest major town, and 12 minutes from DFW airport, one of two nearby international airports. Summed up Arlington is the city of convenience.
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    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
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    • A+
      Diversity
    • 388,225 Population
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  15. Kent

    • City in Washington
    • 162 reviews
    #13 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Current Resident: I really like living in Kent. Kent Station, the train station, is a really great place to hang out; it has shops, cafes, restaurants, and a movie theater. We are close enough to bigger cities like Seattle and Tacoma that we can go without too much trouble, yet we are within a couple minutes’ drive of quaint country towns, picturesque farms, and beautiful views of Mount Rainier. There are plenty of parks near by and good places to enjoy nature’s beauty. One of my favorite parts is that the weather is milder than many other places; we don’t get too hot like the South, we don’t get too muggy like the East Coast, and we don’t have as harsh of a winter as the Mid-West.
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    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
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    • A+
      Diversity
    • 126,561 Population
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  16. Irving

    • City in Texas
    • 616 reviews
    #14 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Current Resident: The city is continuing to grow and is constantly being developed. There is a variety of living spaces and has ethnic diversity. Irving is near larger cities with lots of outdoor activities like paddle boarding, live music festivals and art and activity centers. There's always things to do!
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    • A
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    • B+
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    • A+
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    • 235,648 Population
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  17. San Diego

    • City in California
    • 696 reviews
    #15 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Current Resident: I like San Diego because the atmosphere is euphoric! There are so many things to do there and the weather is always amazing. Whether you enjoy the beach, hiking, swimming, or any outdoor activity there is, San Diego has it. The people are so friendly and laid back. You can enjoy small businesses everywhere and find your perfect niche, whether that's North Park, Clairemont, Pacific Beach, or anywhere in between.
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
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    • A+
      Diversity
    • 1,390,966 Population
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  18. Houston

    • City in Texas
    • 3,514 reviews
    #16 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Current Resident: Houston, being one of the world´s largest cities, has just about everything. From an amazing museum district, to a beautiful downtown area, to hundreds of local parks, Houston has it all. Being such a large city however, has its costs. I would like to see the city of Houston take a larger effort in keeping our beautiful city clean! The people itself create such an inviting and especially incredible community-what other city was recovering from a drastically destructive hurricane and continued to win the world series?
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    • A
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    • B+
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    • A+
      Diversity
    • 2,267,336 Population
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  19. Tampa

    • City in Florida
    • 943 reviews
    #17 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Current Resident: First off, Tampa has a lot of close area things to do. When I was living there, they pretty much had everything side by side and especially when it came to hospital issues it was easy to reach out. Another thing is the beaches and the safety of the city. There are certain areas where it can be dangerous, but overall it is one of the safest cities in the US. As a resident, I don’t think anything really needs to be changed. I would really recommend people to live in Tampa; it is a big city with a lot of things to do with your family. Thank you!
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
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    • A+
      Diversity
    • 368,087 Population
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  22. Orlando

    • City in Florida
    • 1,348 reviews
    #18 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Current Resident: What I love about Orlando is living in the number one destination city in the world. Hospitality management is my passion. I treasured learning about this exciting industry at the second best hospitality school in the world. University of Central Florida's Rosen College School of Hospitality Management offered me a top notch education for my undergrad. Which is why I am planning to return for my graduate degree. According to Disney, "If you can dream it, you can do it." I dream of earning my graduate degree partially because the higher salary is nice, but mostly because I want to earn this degree. With your decision, you will help make my dreams more affordable. Thank you!
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    • A
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    • B
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    • A+
      Diversity
    • 269,414 Population
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  23. New Haven

    • City in Connecticut
    • 78 reviews
    #19 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Current Resident: My experience with New Haven has been great but not the best. Their is diversity due to the colleges in New Haven such as Yale university, and Southern university. Which bring in tourists and attraction to downtown New Haven. There is a problem with drugs such as the recent overdoses on the New Haven green and homeless people surrounding the new haven green. But overall New Haven is a city that is full of original foods and pizzerias that can match New York`s finest. With tourist attraction from Yale bringing diversity to the city.
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    • B-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • C-
      Public Schools
    • A+
      Diversity
    • 130,884 Population
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  24. Dallas

    • City in Texas
    • 837 reviews
    #20 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Current Resident: I was born in Dallas and lived here until five years ago when we moved to the Northeastern US for a job opportunity. I immediately missed so many things about Dallas and could hardly wait to get back here. Prior to this last move, I'd never lived anywhere else besides Dallas so in retrospect, I now know that I completely took it all for granted because I didn't know any differently. I used to complain about the heat, crime, the traffic but after being away for those 5 years and living in a place that really was awful (MD), I wouldn't trade anything for the Southern hospitality, warmth, charm, culture, diversity, amenities and even the traffic and heat. It's clean and for the most part, people look out for each other. Things work or get fixed and the general attitude is positive and upbeat. I absolutely love the "can do" spirit of Dallas! I couldn't get back soon enough.
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    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
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    • A+
      Diversity
    • 1,300,122 Population
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  25. Charlotte

    • City in North Carolina
    • 765 reviews
    #21 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Current Resident: Charlotte is a great place for anyone who loves variety! There are always new events to participate in. Festivals, conventions, and gallery walks thrive in Charlotte. There are plenty of restaurants to choose from too. From fast-food joints, to swanky diners, to Italian restaurants, to Chinese buffets, Charlotte has it all.

    It cityscape is ever-changing as well. New establishments pop up right beside old ones! Every time you drive down the highway, you will see a building being constructed on the side of the road. Fortunately, you can take a break at one of the city’s natural parks.

    Making agenda for the day isn’t difficult since life in the city is never boring. I personally would prefer to see more trees and lower parking rates. The rising population rates lead to higher rates of violence. I feel that is to be expected in growing cities. Yet, the endless possibilities, the sociable people, and the intriguing attractions make up for Charlotte’s flaws.
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    • A
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    • B+
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    • A+
      Diversity
    • 826,060 Population
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  26. Killeen

    • City in Texas
    • 462 reviews
    #22 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Current Resident: Killeen is a decent place to live. There are several different types of restaurants, from Greek to Ethiopian. As a military based community. Most residents are helpful and look after each other. Sidewalks throughout the neighborhood make walking kids to and from school much easier. I would like to see more family friendly activities in the community, with better advertisement of such events. There are tons of parks in the area, which is a great bonus.
    Read 462 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B
      Public Schools
    • A+
      Diversity
    • 140,513 Population
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  27. San Jose

    • City in California
    • 825 reviews
    #23 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Current Resident: San Jose is an absolutely beautiful, diverse, and peaceful place to reside! The food and the people are great and the whole vibe and aura is like no other place. Our communities unite when necessary and serve as a support system for each other. It is definitely a warm and welcoming place that I wouldn't change for the world. Any person would be fortunate to live in such an amazing city. We also have many other wonderful cities in our outskirts for tourists and simply just to enjoy a day out in the town. If you love meeting people and learning about various cultures, this is the place for you!
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    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • B+
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    • A+
      Diversity
    • 1,023,031 Population
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  28. Boston

    • City in Massachusetts
    • 574 reviews
    #24 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Current Resident: I love Boston because it is one of most beautiful cities in the world. There is so much love and pride citywide, especially because our sports teams are AMAZING! We truly are the CITY OF CHAMPIONS. However, I wish there was more integration geographically speaking. The Italians live in the North End, the Irish live in South Boston, African Americans live in Mattapan, the list goes on. I wish that my extremely racially diverse city would integrate themselves more so we can all become more culturally and socially aware.
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    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • C
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    • A+
      Diversity
    • 669,158 Population
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  29. Paradise

    • City in Nevada
    • 373 reviews
    #25 Most Diverse Cities in America

    Former Resident: Paradise neighborhood has great places all around, and a close proximity to Las Vegas Blvd. In Paradise you can travel a short distance and find top hospital, UNLV,restaurants, shops and many great things. One of my best experience its living in a neighborhood that is safe. I thought no everything its perfect, I would like to see an improvement in parks and littering.
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    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • C+
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    • A+
      Diversity
    • 231,858 Population
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