Huntsville retains top ten ranking for Best Places to Live
HUNTSVILLE, AL — Huntsville has been ranked as the 7th best place to live in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings for 2024-2025.
The annual rankings, which serve as a guide for individuals and families looking for the ideal place to call home, consider factors such as affordability, quality of life, job opportunities, and overall desirability.
Huntsville has managed to retain its position in the top 10, though it has dropped from its No. 2 ranking last year. Despite this slight decline, Huntsville continues to be recognized as one of the most desirable places to live. Additionally, three other Alabama cities have made it to the Top 150 list: Montgomery at #54, Mobile at #102, and Birmingham at #129.
The top 10 places to live in 2024, according to U.S. News & World Report, are:
- Naples, FL
- Boise, ID
- Colorado Springs, CO
- Greenville, SC
- Charlotte, NC
- Raleigh, NC
- Huntsville, AL
- Virginia Beach, VA
- Austin, TX
- Boulder, CO
For the complete list and more information on the selection criteria, visit U.S. News & World Report’s website.
