The Best Small Towns

WalletHub, a website focused on personal finance, has published a list of the best small cities in America in 2024. The ranking considers over 1,300 cities with populations between 25,000 and 100,000, and assesses them based on 45 factors grouped into five categories: affordability, economic health, education & health, quality of life, and safety. The article provides an overview of the methodology and presents the top-ranked cities, highlighting their strengths. It also features expert opinions on the pros and cons of small-city living and advice for local policymakers on attracting residents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.