10 is the best for living American cities

Living in the United States does not guarantee a good life, but in some parts of the country many people live very well.

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While the quality of life depends on a number of factors, among which the level of health care, the economy and the environment can also have a significant impact.

24 / 7 Wall St. website analyzed censuses from the US, FBI, and other sources to determine the best city to live in. All areas, census venues, cities, towns and villages with a population of at least 8000 people were considered.

A weighted index was created from 25 indicators, which can be attributed to one of four categories: accessibility, economy, quality of life, and society.

Who is in the top ten cities for life in the United States?

10. Le Mars, Iowa

• Population: 9 861 people

• Population change for 5 years: + 1,0%

• Median household income: $ 58 063

• Five-year unemployment: 2,0%

Le Mars, Iowa, is one of the most affordable cities in the United States. Goods and services in the city are on average 15% cheaper than in the whole country. Thus, although the average household income, which is slightly higher than the comparable average for the United States, Le Mars residents have greater purchasing power than in most other US cities.

The city also has its own attraction. Here at the Blue Bunny ice cream factory, Le Mars produces more ice cream from one city than any other company called the “World Ice Cream Capital”.

9. Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin

• Population: 14 099 people

• Population change for 5 years: + 0,3%

• Median household income: $ 111 069

• Five-year unemployment: 1,5%

Whitefish Bay, a village near Milwaukee along the shores of Lake Michigan, is considered the best place to stay in Wisconsin. High quality of life is partly the result of a strong labor market. The average unemployment rate in the region over the past five years is only 1,5% - less than half of the comparable national level in 4,1%.

Whitefish Bay is one of the safest communities in the country, where the level of violent crime is only 36 incidents on 100 000 people. For reference: in the 2017 year, in the country on 100 000 people accounted for 383 violent crimes.

8. Hanover, New Hampshire

• Population: 8 495 people

• Population change for 5 years: -1,3%

• Median household income: $ 97 422

• Five-year unemployment rate: 1,2%

Hanover has numerous advantages over other places, not only in New Hampshire, but throughout the country. His household’s average income is 97 422 dollars, nearly 40 000 dollars higher than the US average. Hanover also has the best education indicators in the country, since 81,7% of adults have a bachelor's degree.

With a population of 8 495, Hanover is a small town. Therefore, many residents can walk to and from work. Walking not only provides numerous health benefits, but also helps reduce traffic and, as a result, pollution. Almost 38% of Hanover residents get to the right place on foot, which is one of the highest rates among US cities.

7. Ladu, Missouri

• Population: 8 591 people

• Population change for 5 years: + 0,8%

• Median household income: $ 203 250

• Five-year unemployment rate: 0,7%

The average household income in Ladu, one of the richest cities in Missouri, is 203 250 dollars per year, almost four times the average national income of 57 652 dollars. It is not only a rich city, but also inexpensive. Goods and services here are on average cheaper by 11% than usual across the country.

With easy access to jobs in neighboring St. Louis, Ladu residents who want to find a job usually have no problem finding one. Over the past five years, unemployment in the city has been only 1,8%, which is 4,1% of the national level. In addition to the cultural attractions and entertainment venues in St. Louis, Ladu residents enjoy a greater than usual concentration of restaurants, fitness centers and leisure centers, as well as movie theaters within their city.

6. University Park Texas

• Population: 24 692 people

• Population change for 5 years: + 6,2%

• Median household income: $ 211 741

• Five-year unemployment rate: 1,8%

University Park is the campus where the Southern Methodist University resides in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area. Almost every person in the city who wants to find work can get it, because the unemployment rate in the city is only 1,8%, which is less than half the comparable level in 4,1%. The University Park is also a safe city, and in 2017 for every 100 000 people, only 44 violent crimes were registered, while the level of violent crimes in the USA was 383 for 100 000 people.

The University Park boasts a wide range of amenities, cultural and entertainment facilities. The city has more than usual concentration of restaurants, gyms and movie theaters per capita.

5. Grove City, PA

• Population: 8 123 people

• Population change for 5 years: -1,9%

• Median household income: $ 46 792

• Five-year unemployment rate: 0,9%

Grove City, PA, is a small district with a population of about 8 100 people in the western part of the state. It is one of the most affordable places to live, where goods and services cost about 80% of the average prices in the country. Unemployment in Grove City with a five-year average of 0,9% is one of the lowest in the United States compared to the national five-year unemployment rate of 4,1%.

4. Montecito California

• Population: 8 984 people

• Population change for 5 years: + 5,2%

• Median household income: $ 146 250

• Five-year unemployment rate: 4,1%

Higher-educated Americans tend to live healthier lives, have higher incomes, and work more steadily than their peers with lower education. In Montecito, 71,8% of adults have a bachelor's degree compared to 30,9% of adults across the country. Montecito, an unincorporated community east of Santa Barbara, has an average household income of almost three times the average household income in the United States compared to the national indicator and the poverty rate of 8,0%, which is just over half of the national indicator.

3. Pella, Iowa

• Population: 10 243 people

• Population change for 5 years: -1,2%

• Median household income: $ 64 527

• Five-year unemployment: 2,4%

The city of Pella, which can be found southeast of Des Moines near Lake Red Rock, is considered the best for life in Iowa and one of the best in the country. The annual level of violent crime in the city is 186 incidents per 100 000 people - this is less than half of the national level of violent crimes, accounting for 383 incidents per 100 000 people. The crime rate in Pella is also low.

The typical household income in Pella is approximately 6 800 dollars higher than the average household income in the country, and the cost of living is rather low. In this regard, a typical Pella household earns approximately 20 000 more than a typical American household.

2. Beverly Hills, CA

• Population: 34 506 people

• Population change for 5 years: + 0,9%

• Median household income: $ 103 698

• Five-year unemployment: 3,5%

Beverly Hills is synonymous with splendor, glamor and wealth. He inspired the creation of films, television shows and songs about how wonderful this place is. Therefore, it is not surprising that he is considered the second best place to live in America. The city of Southern California is rich and highly educated. More than 62% of residents aged 25 years and older have at least a bachelor's degree, and the average annual family income is more than 103 000 US dollars. Across the country, about half of adults have a bachelor's degree, and average income is just over 57 000 dollars.

The Beverly Hills economy caters to high-income people. The city has several times more cinemas, museums, recreation centers, hotels and restaurants per capita than in a typical American city.

1. West University Place, Texas

• Population: 15 477 people

• Population change for 5 years: + 4,1%

• Average household income: $ 243 226

• Five-year unemployment rate: 1,4%

West University Place, a wealthy suburb of Houston, is considered the best city to live in Texas in particular and the United States in general. The average household income of more than 243 000 dollars per year is four times the national average. Goods and services are approximately 5% cheaper than the US average. In addition to the entertainment and culture in nearby Houston's West University, there is a much larger concentration of restaurants, bars, fitness centers, museums and theater companies than is typical of the whole country.

It is a safe city with a strong labor market. The level of violent crime in the city, equal to 64 cases for every 100 000 people, is one of the lowest in the country, as, in fact, is the five-year average unemployment rate in 2,7%.

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