A city that that will pay you to live there? How does that sound to you? But yes, it's true. There are actually cities in the United States that will pay you just for living there, according to Smart Asset. These cities include Detroit, Michigan, Alaska, Chattanooga, TN, Niagara Falls, NY and Kansas City. But why would they do that, you may ask?
Detroit, Michigan
The City of Detroit wants to encourage new job seekers and businessmen to move in the state. The chosen applicants will be paid to move in. They will work with businesses there while making contacts with the community. This is also to encourage new residents to bring back the life in the city.
Alaska
The whole state in Alaska will pay new residents to live there. The state believes that this is for them investing in the next generation in a hope that they will stay in Alaska for long. To be qualified, one must be a resident of the city for at least a year and has not been convicted of any crime.
Niagara, New York
Niagara hopes to attract younger generation to move in the city. They are offering student loan repayment for new graduates of over $7,000 through its program Live NF. The city aims to advance its downtown area to make it more alluring to the younger population.
Kansas City
In an article by Farrah Gray, Kansas City aims to attract professionals to relocate there. Kansas Department of Commerce Program reported that baby boomers are shrinking. The state offers to pay off student loans as incentive for just moving. They also have tax breaks and more jobs available for new residents. Kansas delights in the fact that their city is a safe place for those residents who are looking for a safe place to raise their families.
