5 Best Places to Live in the U.S. for Quality of Life

3. Manhattan Beach, California

Population: 35,573
Median Household Income: $150,083
Unemployment Rate: 5.3%

Manhattan Beach is one of the poshest Californian cities to rank on this list. Located on the Pacific Coast, Manhattan Beach residents enjoy access to a major urban area as well as miles of ocean beaches and coast. Residents tend to be relatively affluent with majority of households reporting an income of more than $150,000 annually making it one of the best places to live in the U.S. Due to its being a wealthy area, it has a low crime rate of 158.2 incidents per 100,000 people compared to the national rate of 380.6 incidents per 100,000. The area is a popular spot for beach lovers and has a friendly community with a small population. It ranks 5^th among the most educated places in California with over 74% of the population holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. However, one of the downfalls of the city is its lack of diversity and affordability.

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