Denver, the American metropolis that depicts the Old West era, has just been named the No. 1 city to live in the United States. The new rankings was announced by U.S. News & World Report.
Denver scored 7.8 out of 10 based on values, desirability, its job market, net migration and overall quality of life. Colorado Springs got the No. 5 spot with a ranking of 7.6.
The "Best Places to Live in the USA" report by the US News described Denver locals as a friendly crowd of ambitious, progressive fitness lovers and nature fanatics who are willing to push the envelope on anything from civil rights to drug laws. The said report was reported by the Denver Post. It also mentioned Denver's proximity to recreation sites and ski resorts such as Cherry Creek State Park and Red Rocks Park.
While Denver is pushing for the legalization of marijuana use, it emphasized that the reason was only to push the economy forward. The report cited that Denver had seen an increase in cannabis-based commerce, from magazines, dispensaries to modern tools like rolling papers, vaporizers, storage containers and lotions. Further, it added that the industry is seen as a tool for progress as the city had just gained momentum in its recovery.
On top of the positive attributes of the place, the report also clarified some misconceptions about its winter weather. People unfamiliar with the Mile High City assume that winters are bad, but Denver usually gets clear blue skies and powdery snow that melts by noon. Other than that, only the city's amazing sunrises and sunsets can be seen.
The survey also factors in data from the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and the United States Census Bureau, as well as U.S. News rankings of the best hospitals and best high schools.
Completing the "Best Places to Live in the USA" list include Fayetteville, AR, Austin, TX, Raleigh-Durham, NC, and Colorado Springs. The 2016 ranking was determined through a public survey of thousands of individuals across the country to find out the factors that make a city desirable to live in.
