San Antonio,TX was listed number two in the country for best places to live by HomeRoute a real estate firm that operates Relocate-America.com, a source of community information and real-estate resources for those who are relocating. Each year, the site ranks the top 100 places to live in the country.
Areas need to be nominated on the site in order to be eligible for the list; more than 2,000 were nominated this year, Nickerson said. But the site's editorial team also takes into account an area's growth, its educational and employment opportunities, crime rates and housing options before granting it a spot in the top 100. Environmental highlights also play a role, with a city gaining points for good air and water quality or the strength of its recycling efforts, Nickerson said.
Home-price appreciation does get some consideration, however it's only one piece of the analysis, Areas that offer a comfortable climate and economic opportunity tend to be the most sought-after communities on the site, he said. San Antonio, TX. was praised for its cost of living, recreational opportunities and diversity.
Below are the top 10 cities in Relocate-America.com's 2008 list:
1. Charlotte, N.C
2. San Antonio, TX
3. Chattanooga, TENN
4. Greenville, SC
5. Tulsa, OK
6. Stevens Point, WIS
7. Asheville, NC
8. Albuquerque, NM
9. Huntsville, AL
10. Seattle, Wash
