The Best (and Worst) Places to Live in 2024, According to Americans
https://listwithclever.com/research/best-places-to-live-in-the-us/With 50 unique states and nearly 20,000 incorporated cities, it's safe to say Americans have plenty of options when looking for a place to call home.
Whether they choose to live in a bustling city or a close-knit small town, 73% of Americans like where they live.
No place is perfect, however, and 59% still feel frustrated by their place of residence. An additional 43% say their state embarrasses them.
What are most desirable.
Americans rarely agree on anything these days, but the qualities that attach us to our communities are surprisingly similar across the U.S.
At least half of Americans agree that the most desirable places to live have:
Low crime rates (68%)
Low living and housing costs (66%)
Good weather (62%)
Low taxes (52%)
Lots of amenities and things to do (50%)
Crime is the main concern along with taxes and cost of living.
10 Most Desirable Cities to Live
Tampa, FL
Charlotte, NC
Virginia Beach, VA
Nashville, TN
Orlando, FL
Raleigh, NC
Atlanta, GA
Denver, CO
Las Vegas, NV
Miami, FL
10 Least Desirable Cities to Live
Washington, DC
New York, NY
San Francisco, CA
Chicago, IL
Detroit, MI
Los Angeles, CA
Baltimore, MD
Birmingham, AL
Atlanta, GA
Buffalo, NY
