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Study Proves Tampa Is One Of The Best Places To Live In U.S.

A recent study done by Money.com showed that Tampa is ranked in the top 10 places to live in America. Tampa has it all: Great weather, awesome sports teams, stunning…

Study Proves Tampa Is One Of The Best Places To Live In U.S.

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A recent study done by Money.com showed that Tampa is ranked in the top 10 places to live in America. Tampa has it all: Great weather, awesome sports teams, stunning beaches, amazing restaurants. We've seen Champa Bay on these lists before, so it's no wonder why Tampa ranked so high in the 50 best places to live in the U.S.

So what makes a city so great? Well Money.com focused on these nine factors:

  • Cost of living
  • Diversity
  • Economic opportunities
  • Education
  • Amenities and activities
  • Health and safety
  • Housing market
  • Income
  • Quality of life

Tampa wasn't the only Florida city to make the list, but it was the only Florida city in the top 10. Altamonte Springs, an Orlando suburb ranked at number 33. Ten spots behind it was Sarasota at number 43. Here are the top 10 places to live in the U.S.

#1. Atlanta, Georgia

Atlanta ranked #1 because of its booming job market and diverse walk of life.

#2. Tempe, Arizona

Tempe made second on the list for its active arts and culture scene, relative affordability and employment opportunities.

#3. Kirkland, Washington

This Seattle suburb as a family-friendly, community-focused town with great schools and employment opportunities.

Study Proves Tampa Is One Of The Best Places To Live In U.S.

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#4. Raleigh, North Carolina

Known as the City of Oaks, Raleigh boasts lush green space, with more than 9,000 acres of parkland and tons of amenities.

Rogers Park, Illinois

Rogers Park is known as the most diverse neighborhood in Chicago.

#6. Columbia, Maryland

Columbia is the second most populated community in Maryland. Known to be a very safe city with a multicultural population. 

#7. Somerville, Massachusetts

The home of marshmallow fluff back in the early 1900s. Now, the town of 79,000 celebrates annually with its fun and quirky “What the fluff?” festival.

#8. Ann Arbor, Michigan

Not just a college town. There’s also a flourishing arts scene, a growing number of breweries and wineries, a year-round farmers market and an active downtown scene.

#9. Tampa, Florida

Money.com calls Tampa a combination of action-packed and affordable. We think the amazing weather, cultural activities, and great sports teams should put it higher on the list. But maybe we're biased.

#10. Jersey City, New Jersey

Sometimes referred to as New York City’s “sixth borough.”

Jen was born and raised in the Tampa Bay area. She’s been with Beasley Media Group since 2022. In her spare time, you can find her at Tampa Bay Lightning games, Tampa Bay breweries, or the beach. Catch up on Jen’s content about the highest-rated restaurants/bars in Tampa, things-to-do around the area, and upcoming concerts.