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The Best Metros to Live in the USA According to Votes

05.30.2025

Austin, Texas MSA

Known as the “Live Music Capital of the World,” the Austin region offers a vibrant cultural scene, a strong job market, and a low unemployment rate.

In May 2024, Austin’s unemployment rate was 3%, lower than the national rate of 4%. The median family income (MFI) for a family of four in the Austin-Round Rock area is $126,000, and the average rent is $1,440 monthly. It combines affordability with economic opportunities.

The rest of the list is as follows:

Naple, FL

Colorado Springs, CO

Boise, ID

Greenville, SC

Raleigh, NC

Huntsville, AL

Virginia Beach, VA

Boulder, CO

Charlotte, NC

Seattle, WA

Portland, OR

Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN

Original Story by Dennis Michael here: The 13 Best Cities to Live in the USA According to Votes