>2014 Top 100 Best Places to Live ?<
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07-22-2014, 08:43 AM
>2014 Top 100 Best Places to Live ?<
2014Top 100 Best Places to Live
Big cities tend to get all the love. We here at Livability know that there are great stories to be told in smaller places, too. Our ranking of the top 100 best places to live focuses on small to mid-sized cities and what makes them great places to live and work. Many of these are towns that don’t usually get their fair share of the limelight. We’re happy to shine some in their direction. We worked with trusted partners, stellar advisors, and the best public and private data sources to develop our ranking. The cities on the list excelled in our criteria. These towns are places where residents are able to take full advantage of a wide variety of amenities and offerings -- everything from parks and museums to different commuting options to hospitals. Spend some time getting to know them and when it comes time for your next move, maybe you'll think small.
600 = The city's overall score, based on the weighted sum of the eight component scores.
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Ranking Criteria | Ranking Methodology | Advisory Board
#1Palo Alto
California
646
Take mild weather, a thriving economy, great cultural and natural amenities; add in not one, but two downtowns surrounded by housing; and finally, drop in one of the highest-ranked universities in the world, and you’ll find yourself in Palo Alto, Livability.com’s 2014 Best Place to Live.
Why Palo Alto is a Best Place to Live | Visit Palo Alto, California | Things to do in Palo Alto
#2Boulder
Colorado
643
Boulder has incomparable outdoor offerings like the Rocky Mountain foothills, the Flatirons, and its rivers and bike trails. But there's plenty for residents and visitors to do indoors as well with shopping at the Pearl Street Mall and downtown eateries and brew pubs.
Why Boulder is a Best Place to Live | Visit Boulder, Colorado | Things to do in Boulder
#3Berkeley
California
643
Berkeley is evolving its hippie past, allowing for denser development but keeping its focus on local businesses and culture. The town, home to the popular University of California campus, is reinvesting in a livable, energetic downtown area filled with great places to eat and shop.
Why Berkeley is a Best Place to Live | Visit Berkeley, California | Things to do in Berkeley
#4Durham
North Carolina
640
It's hard to separate Durham from its anchor, Duke University. But the city's history goes back through tobacco production, textiles and agriculture. Durham has embraced its roots as it has remade itself as a research and technology hub – with great food – in the last half century.
Why Durham is a Best Place to Live | Visit Durham, North Carolina | Things to do in Durham
#5Madison
Wisconsin
639
Madison is a frequent fixture on our Top 10 lists, including ranking as one of the best college towns, so it's no surprise to see it score well as one of our Top 100 Best Places to Live. It's a state capitol, it's home to a Big Ten university, and ranks highly for education, amenities, health care, and social and civic capital.
#6Miami Beach
Florida
639
Miami Beach packs a lot of amenities into a tiny stretch of oceanfront, just seven miles long and one mile wide, including museums, art deco buildings, shopping and cuisine. Oh, and let’s not forget the beach. It all adds up to a city striving to be more livable for the diverse communities that call it home.
Why Miami Beach is a Best Place to Live | Visit Miami Beach, Florida | Things to do in Miami Beach
#7Rochester
Minnesota
636
Rochester is home of the Mayo Clinic and much more. In recent years, the population has grown, diversified and added younger residents causing the downtown to perk up, creating a more livable space for residents and visitors to gather and enjoy. And of course having one of the world’s most well-known hospitals means quality health care is just around the corner.
Why Rochester is a Best Place to Live | Visit Rochester, Minnesota | Things to do in Rochester
#8Salt Lake City
Utah
635
Livability in Salt Lake City is tied to the working community, which maintains its qualities through strong support of locally owned businesses – many of which grow out of the University of Utah. The city's beautiful setting, strong community and emphasis on family living make it a great place to live and work.
Why Salt Lake City is a Best Place to Live | Visit Salt Lake City, Utah | Things to do in Salt Lake City
#9Eugene
Oregon
633
A truly year-round climate makes outdoor recreation in Eugene possible through four temperate seasons. It’s no wonder Eugene has one of the highest scores for amenities. This leads to low traffic congestion because people bike and walk to work, farmers markets, dining and nightlife. Spending time in the area gets residents engaged in the community and its continual improvement.
Why Eugene is a Best Place to Live | Visit Eugene, Oregon | Things to do in Eugene
#10Reno
Nevada
631
The dry heat in Reno isn’t as hot as other parts of the state, and the Sierra Nevada mountains are just waiting to be climbed. Quick commutes, natural amenities, culture and casinos make Reno a great place to live. The affordable and plentiful hotels can accommodate visitors who want to visit this great city.
Why Reno is a Best Place to Live | Visit Reno, Nevada | Things to do in Reno
Livability.com's ranking of the Best Places to Live includes cities and towns with populations from 20,000 to 350,000 as of the 2010 Census. Ties are broken by raw numbers. Please see the full methodology for data sources and details.
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07-22-2014, 08:46 AM
>Florida is only 39th of the 50 States<
Florida Ranks 39th As 'Best State to Retire' 
Florida ranks 39th out of 50 states as the best state to retire - a drop from 19th place just a year ago - according to BankRate.com.
Bankrate ranked all 50 states according to their cost of living, crime rate (violence and property crimes), health care quality, state and local tax burden, personal well-being and weather.
The major factors that held the Sunshine State down in the rankings were a higher cost of living, high crime rate, and lower quality healthcare services
South Dakota came out on top due to its low tax burden, low crime rate and high wellness score. Other states that round out the top five best states to retire are Colorado, Utah, North Dakota and Wyoming.
"While the states that ranked highly may not be thought of as typical retiree havens, seniors should consider more than sunshine when choosing a place for their golden years," said Bankrate.com research and statistics analyst Chris Kahn. "The Dakotas both ranked in our top 10 for the second year in a row due to their low cost of living, low crime rates, good health care quality, low taxes and excellent satisfaction scores from residents."
The five states that ranked the lowest for retirement are New York, West Virginia, Alaska, Arkansas and Hawaii.
Posted by Brevard Timesat 8:51 AM
Florida ranks 39th out of 50 states as the best state to retire - a drop from 19th place just a year ago - according to BankRate.com.
Bankrate ranked all 50 states according to their cost of living, crime rate (violence and property crimes), health care quality, state and local tax burden, personal well-being and weather.
The major factors that held the Sunshine State down in the rankings were a higher cost of living, high crime rate, and lower quality healthcare services
South Dakota came out on top due to its low tax burden, low crime rate and high wellness score. Other states that round out the top five best states to retire are Colorado, Utah, North Dakota and Wyoming.
"While the states that ranked highly may not be thought of as typical retiree havens, seniors should consider more than sunshine when choosing a place for their golden years," said Bankrate.com research and statistics analyst Chris Kahn. "The Dakotas both ranked in our top 10 for the second year in a row due to their low cost of living, low crime rates, good health care quality, low taxes and excellent satisfaction scores from residents."
The five states that ranked the lowest for retirement are New York, West Virginia, Alaska, Arkansas and Hawaii.
Posted by Brevard Timesat 8:51 AM
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07-22-2014, 08:57 AM
>Canada>Best Places 2 Live 2014< We didn't 4-get U `Brent, Lou, you<
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07-22-2014, 09:01 AM
Best Places to Live in the World
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Where can you find the best quality of life in the world…the best places to live…thebest climate…the healthiest places to live…the cheapest? Which countries
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