U.S. News ranks 850+ cities and names these 250 as the best places to live in 2025–2026, based on quality of life, value, desirability, and more.

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Explore the best places to live in the U.S. based on crime, public schools, cost of living, job opportunities, and local amenities. Ranking based on data from the U.S. Census, FBI, BLS, …

Dec 5, 2025 · Two North Carolina cities ranked in the top 10 best places to live in the U.S. for 2025-2026. The U.S. News & World Report rankings are based on quality of life, value, …

May 27, 2025 · Johns Creek, Ga., is the best place to live in the country, followed by Carmel, Ind., according to U.S. News & World Report‘s “250 Best Places to Live in the U.S. in 2026-26” list, …

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Oct 11, 2019 · Choosing the right place to live involves weighing multiple factors that impact daily life and long-term satisfaction. From job opportunities and cost of living to climate and cultural …

Discover the 10 best cities to live in the US with top urban areas offering affordable housing, strong job markets, and vibrant culture to find your ideal city today.

Sep 2, 2025 · Each year U.S. News & World Report releases a list of the best cities in the country, chronicling some of the best places to live in the US.

View the full list of the 2025 Top 100 Best Places to Live, along with each city’s LivScore and some of the specific attractions, activities and amenities that make it a great place to live!