Best Places to Live in the United States

When it comes to finding a good place to live in the United States there are many factors that need to be taken into consideration. You want to know about the schools, the cost of housing and much more. Following is a list of the top ten places to live in the United States.

Hanover, New Hampshire

If it is open space you want and plenty of diversity than Hanover is a good option. This particular location is known for having rough winters so if you are not enthusiastic about snow you may want to think twice. The population is 10,850 according to the 2000 US Census which would include all students at Dartmouth College. Dartmouth College is also the largest employer in the area with a total of 3,200 employees. The median home price is about $674,000. As of 2006 they had a total of 3,121 housing units and 2,217 single family homes. For multi family homes there was a total of 898 according to the New Hampshire office of Energy and Planning. This quaint town is located just two hours away from Boston, and a total of five hours from New York City. When you break down the population by age group you will find that the majority of the population in the area is between the ages of 20 to 34. Obviously this has a lot to do with the local college. They have a 96.6 % high school graduate rate which is excellent.

The annual income for a median 4 person family is about $99,158, based on the 1999 US Census. When it comes to education they are ranked as number 7 in the region. They have one elementary school, one middle school and one high school. If you are wondering about child care facilities they have a total of 12 which can accommodate about 375 people. When it comes to recreation they have several municipal parks, golf courses, outdoor swimming facilities, tennis courts, ice skating rink, museums, cinemas, and youth organizations. They also have plenty of campgrounds, fishing, boating, snowmobiling, and beach and waterfront recreation as well. So not only is Hanover New Hampshire a great place to live but there is also plenty for anyone to do.

Lake Mary, Florida

One of the best features of Lake Mary Florida is than you are not far from all of the fun. It is located in Seminole County. This nice little city is located just 30 minutes from Orlando and only 45 minutes from Daytona Beach. When it comes to recreation there is plenty of fishing and golf courses galore. The only down side to this area really seems to be the hurricanes. Despite the weather it really is a nice community to live in. They also have the lowest crime rate in all of Florida.

When it comes to recreation they have a very nice community center which is used year round for activities. There is also a sports complex, which is used for inline skating and even freestyle bicycling. Liberty Park is a great place to take the kids for a picnic or a stroll down the board walk. They also have Central park, and plenty of golf courses at their local country clubs. For fishing there is the very popular St. Johns River, and of course Walt Disney World for amusement park fun is not far away.

According to the US Census Bureau the population as of 2006 is 14,718. According to the 2000 demographic profile taken by the US Census Bureau 74% of their overall population is over the age of 18. They also have a total of 4,351 housing units. To see more of the 2000 demographic profile you can click here. The medium income for a household is was about $69,485 as of they year 2000. They have a total of four public schools and private schools. There is also one college which is the ITT Technical Institute.

According to Cnn.money they are number four when it comes to the best places to live in the United States.

Nether Providence, Pennsylvania

This little town is located right outside of Philadelphia just twenty minutes away. The town itself is only 4.6 square miles and will make you feel like you are miles away from any type of city life. About 30% of those who live in the town commute to the city to work. The average median home price as of 2006 is $309,319. The average property taxes for that same year was about $3,640. They have some of the top rated schools in the country. According to the US Census Bureau as of 200 the total population was 13,456. A total of 74.3% of the population during 2000 was over the age of 18.

To see more of the 2000 demographics taken by the US census bureau you can click here. They also have a high school graduation rate of 93.2 percent. To see more information on their population and their housing charts you can click here. According to the official Nether Providence township website there are plenty of parks for recreation located in this town. They have plenty of space for baseball, soccer, basketball, and even just waling and riding your bike.

The local school district is the Wallingford Swarthmore school district. To find out more about their schools you can visit the official website at http://www.wssd.org.

Milton, Massachusets

This quaint little town is located right between the Neponset Rive and the Blue hills. Cycling is one of the major forms of transportation in this area and is also very popular for recreation. For more information on home sales, the job market and population you can click here. For more infomation and statistics on housing information you can click here. They have excellent schools and plenty of employment in the area. To find out about their schools and their employement you can click on the link above.

Chaska, Minnisota

Chaska is a very beautiful place to live. It is only 25 miles from Minneapolis. The total population according the US Census Bureau in 2006 is 22,500. The median home price for the same year was $272,932 and the taxes $2,752. What makes this area so great is that they have nice jobs and wonderful winters. They are located in Carver County Minnesota. Their downtown area of Chasks is on the Minnesota River and provides for some beautiful views. According to the 2005 census there were a total of 6,235 housing units. The median household income for the same year was $60,325, and for a family the median income was $69,612. When it comes to recreation there is plenty to do in the area, including plenty of parks and swimming pools and various activities for kids. To see more information on what recreation activities are offered in eh City of Chaska you can click here. When it comes to the Chaska School District they have schools that start at Pre-k to 12^th grade. A total of 7,489 students, and a total of 11 schools located through out the district. For more information on population, housing, and employment statistics click here.

Louisville, Colorado

Louisville Colorado really does feel like a small old town with a warm feel to it. According to the 2006 Census the population was 19,400, and the median home price was $322,812. Property taxes for the same year were $1,986. Technology firms seem to be the largest employment in the area. This nice little town is located in Boulder County in Colorado.

In July of 2005 they were in CNN's money magazine as the fifth best places to live in the united States, and in 2006 the book Best Places to Raise Your Family listed them as number one. They have a total of 26 city parks, recreation and senior centers, 20 bike trails an paths, a huge library with separate study rooms, and plenty of recreational activities which are planned through out the year.

The median household income was $69,945 according to the 2000 US Census Bureau. When it comes to education there are a total of 6 public schools 6 private schools and two very nice libraries. For a complete break down of income, housing, population and additional statistics on Louisville Colorado you can click here.

Montville, New Jersey

Montville new Jersey has some of the greatest schools and plenty or parks for recreational activities. According to the US census bureau the population as of 2006 was 22,100 and the median home price was $581,073. The average property taxes for the same year was $7,544. Obviously it is not one of the cheapest places to live, but if you have a family it is definitely a great location. Montville township is located in Morris County.

Some of the top corporations located in Montville are Search EDP Inc. which is a staffing firm and Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals. The median income in 2000 according to the US Census was $94,557. The school district has a total of five elementary schools with about 404 students. They have one middle school with a t total of about 1,039 students, and the Montville High School has a total of 1,098 students. They also have several private school located in the area. For more information on population, homes, education and additional statistics on Montville New Jersey you can click here.

Olney, Maryland

Olney is located in a community with plenty of businesses and nice historic communities. According to the US census bureau the population as of 2006 was 32,900 and the median home price for the same year was $499,025. The average 2006 property taxes was only $2,260. This quaint little town is located in Montgomery County and just twenty miles away from Washington D.C.

According to the 2000 Census the median income for a household was $94,818,a and for a family it was $100,717. There are plenty of playgroups, field, and parks which are located in the area. One of the favorite parks in the area is the Olney Manor Park, which ahs it's own swim center, which is open year round. They have a total of three private elementary schools, and several public schools in the area. The Brooke Grove Elementary School won the award for prestigious Blue Ribbon School for Excellence. They also have a beautiful museum known as the Sandy Spring Museum where you can learn all about the history of the town. For more household, population, and education statistics and information you can click here.

Holly Springs, North Carolina

Holly Springs still has homes for sale that offer plenty of property. This is definitely one area where you don't have to worry about being overcrowded. This is despite the fact that it is becoming the quickest growing town. Despite the sudden surge in population and more businesses they are still trying to maintain their country feel. According to the US census the population as of 2006 was 18,214 median home price was about $242,785. The average cost of property taxes for the same year was about $1,741.

The median family income for 2006 was $81,155, and the median home price is about $242,785. The property taxes for the same year were about $1,741. They have a total of 12 colleges, universities and professional schools in the area. When it comes to recreation and entertainment there is definitely plenty to do. There are about 11 movie theaters, plenty of restaurants, golf courses, museums, and museums. For more statistics and information you can click here.

Hillsborough, New Jersey

In hiss borough you will find plenty of parks and open space. They also have some of the highest rated schools in the area. Hillsborough is part of Somerset County New Jersey and according to the 2000 Census the population was about 36,634.

When it comes to education Hillsborough Township has about six elementary schools one intermediate schools, one middles schools and one high school. To find out more information about Hillsborough Township public school you can click here.

The also have plenty of parks and outdoor actives to choose from. Most people also do not work in Hillsborough but commute to and from work. For more information on statistics on Hillsborough Township you can click here.

This town is very close to Boston, and the population according to the 2006 census Bureau is about 25,700. They are located in Norfolk County Massachusetts. The median home price for that same year is about $527,670 and the property taxes $3,824. They have a very diverse population and a total of six schools. Those schools include four elementary schools, one middle school and one high school. There are also several private schools located in the area. When looking for something fun to do in the area you can visit the Blue Hill Observatory, the Blue hills reservation, the Houghton's Pond, Captain Robert Bennet Forbes House, and the Granite Railway. This is in additional to the many parks that are located in the area. The median household income in 2000 according to the US Census Bureau was $78,985. It happens to be a very large industrial and the crime rate is very low in this area. One popular site is the local Starbucks outlet which can be found in the town as well.