5 Best Places in New York for Young Adults

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1. Albany

Total Score: 68

The U.S. News ranking of best places to live in New York has designated the state capital as the top spot due to various factors such as  job market and quality of life. 

Located approximately 150 miles from New York City, Albany satisfies all of these criteria as a bustling city with a history dating back over four centuries. The government buildings around the Empire State Plaza in downtown Albany serve as a major attraction and employer. 

With a population of 97,593, as of 2023, Albany is one of New York’s biggest cities, with an average household income of $66,612.

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