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CBS News
5 days ago
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- CBS News
These Minnesota cities were named among the top 250 "Best Places to Live" in the country
Missing Twin Cities teen may have been taken "against his will," and more headlines Missing Twin Cities teen may have been taken "against his will," and more headlines Missing Twin Cities teen may have been taken "against his will," and more headlines Ten Minnesota cities are ranked among the top 250 "Best Places to Live" in the country, according to a list released by U.S. News and World Report. Five of the Minnesota cities were named among the top 100. The list measured a number of indexes, including quality of life, value, desirability, job market and net migration. Within those five major indexes, U.S. News and World Report balanced quality of life, health care availability, state infrastructure, housing affordability, crime rates and weather temperateness, among other factors. Below are the Minnesota cities that were picked, and their rankings: No. 17 Plymouth No. 40 Maple Grove No. 46 Eden Prairie No. 54 Woodbury No. 72 Rochester No. 116 Eagan No. 118 Mankato No. 188 Blaine No. 215 Bloomington No. 237 Duluth The No. 1 city on the list was Johns Creek, Georgia, a town of about 79,000 people in the Atlanta suburbs. U.S. News and World Report also ranked the top 150 places to retire in the country, and a lone Minnesota city made the list: Minneapolis, noted for its "big-city amenities like museums and sports stadiums" yet with an "approachable Midwestern feel." Nine Wisconsin cities made the list of top 250 cities, including Eau Claire and Appleton.
Daily Mail
21-05-2025
- Daily Mail
Stunning but hyper-woke state doesn't have single city in best 100 places to live in America
Surprisingly, not a single city in sunny California ranked among the top best 100 places to live in the United States. Earlier this week, US News & World Report released its 2025-2026 Best Places to Live rankings, showcasing the top 250 major cities in America based on factors such as value, desirability, job market and quality of life. In a unexpected twist, however, not a single city from the sunny West Coast state made the list, despite its reputation for being one of the most desirable and expensive places to settle down. While the top three most expensive living cities in the nation - Newport Beach, Westminster and Daly City - are all located in the Golden State, the latest rankings suggest the high cost doesn't necessarily equate to being considered the best places to live. Folsom, located in Sacramento City, was the highest-ranked California city, but still came in at a modest 119 on the list. With more than 400 cities in California, only three broke into the top 200: Palo Alto at 148, Cupertino at 151 and San Ramon at 180. In the nationally renowned publication's 2025-2026 Best Big Cities to Live list, the trend held true for California, which only continued to be overlooked - San Diego was the highest-ranked, coming in at No. 15. San Francisco, the first Bay Area city to make the list, came in at No. 20, followed closely behind by San Jose at No. 24. If the so-called land of dreams and influence isn't even considered among the best places to live, then where exactly is the ideal place to call home? According to US News, the answer lies in Georgia, in a charming town called Johns Creek. With a population of nearly 79,000, Johns Creek is the 10th largest city in Georgia, boasting nationally-ranked schools, consistently high safety ratings and strong cultural diversity, according to the website. Johns Creek top ranking was determined by analyzing 859 of the most populated cities in the country, considering factors such as job market, value, quality of life and desirability. The four main criteria were selected through a February 2025 public survey, in which people from across the country identified what they believed was the most important factor in making a decision on where to reside. The Quality of Life category is weighed at 26 percent and includes factors that contribute to overall well-being, though they don't always affect a resident's day-to-day life. Some of the factors analyzed included quality of education, quality and availability of health care, air quality index, environmental risk, state economy and state infrastructure. The Value Index category is weighed at 25 percent and measures how comfortably each resident can afford to live within their means - ultimately measured by the median annual household income with the housing cost in each city, along with a regional Cost of Living index. In Johns Creek, the median home value is $528,234 compared to the national average of $370,489. The national median household income, however, is $163,653 - much higher compared to the national median household income of $79,466. The city's job market also significantly outperforms the national average, with an unemployment rate of 2.84 percent compared to the country's 4.5 percent. The Desirability category is weighed at 24 percent and measures factors that contribute to residents' happiness, focusing on elements that directly impact their day-to-day living. Some of these factors include crime rates, weather conditions, the city's access to cultural, leisure, retail and dining, as well as average commute times. In Johns Creek, the average commute time is 25.99 minutes - more than the national average. However, in a place with plentiful job opportunities, the Southern city offers a wealth of shopping, dining and recreational options, all while maintaining a sparse, suburban feel. The Job Market category is weighed at 23 percent, while the remaining two percent is allocated to the Net Migration category, which measures whether people are moving to or away from each city. Although the Georgia city was crowned the winner for the 2025-2026 season, three Texas cities made it to the top 10 - Pearland at No. 3, League City at No. 2 and Leander at No. 8. Earlier this year, it was predicted that the deeply conservative state was on track to become America's most populous, particularly as disgruntled liberals continue to flee the Golden State. Texas is expected to claim the top spot by 2045 - according to data published by in February - as its population soars from 31 million to a projected 42 million. California residents have cited its high cost of living and poor quality of life as factors in driving them away, and from 2019 to 2022 the population continually plummeted. The Golden State's population rose slightly - 0.17 percent - in 2023. If it remains on the same growth trajectory, the state won't reach pre-pandemic levels until 2032. While California has struggled to bounce back from the pandemic, Texas has seen a boom in residents flocking to cities such as Dallas, San Antonio and Austin. In March, it was revealed that Fremont, California, was crowned the 'happiest place' to live in America based on its financial stability, high life satisfaction and healthy living conditions, according to WalletHub. Despite being known for its nationally recognized public schools and gorgeous parks, some residents have a major gripe about Fremont - boredom. Analysts expressed that an 'ideal city' has living conditions that 'foster good mental and physical health', including reasonable work hours, short commutes, good weather and caring neighbors. Yet not everyone was thrilled with Fremont's title, suggesting that despite the recognition, it may still not be the ideal place to live - and it didn't even make it onto the US News & World Reports list this year. Also featured in the top 10 best places to live is Carmel, Indiana; Fisgers, Indiana; Cary, North Carolina; Apex, North Carolina; Rochester Hills, Michigan; and Troy, Michigan.
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Monmouth County among top 10 best counties to live in New Jersey, says Niche.com. Here's why
Is your New Jersey zip code in good standings? According to Monmouth County is grade A+ approved. The ranking and review website newly release rankings of the Best Places to Live in New Jersey compiled data based on crime, public schools, cost of living, job opportunities, and local amenities. The results lands Monmouth County as the 6th best county to live in. And here's why. Monmouth County is located in New Jersey with a population of over 600,000. 75% of residents who live in Monmouth County are homeowners. Monmouth County houses a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops and parks. The public schools in Monmouth County are highly rated. Monmouth County ranks number one as the best county for outdoor activities and retirees in the entire state. Good for Families grade A+ Health & Fitness grade A+ Public Schools grade A Outdoor Activities grade A Nightlife grade A Diversity grade B+ Commute B Jobs grade B Housing grade B- Weather grade B- Cost of Living grade C- These 10 towns received an overall Niche grade of A+. Fair Haven Little Silver Robertsville Holmdel Township Rumson Avon By the Sea Manasquan Wanamassa Strathmore Brielle This article originally appeared on Asbury Park Press: Best places to live in Monmouth County New Jersey for 2025
