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2018 Safest Cities in AmericaAbout this List

Explore the safest cities in the U.S. based on crime rates for murder, assault, rape, burglary, and other crime statistics by city. Ranking based on data from the FBI and U.S. Census. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

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  1. Naperville

    • City in Illinois
    • 482
    1 Safest Cities in America

    Current Resident: Naperville is an excellent, family friendly city. The schools are top notch with everything in the community is geared towards creating a warm, welcoming environment for new Naperville families as well as Naperville veterans. It is always very safe and I have never felt uncomfortable or out of place even being a young female. There are always community events happening like the Naperville 5K, Ribfest, The Last Fling, or The Chocolate Walk to name a few. There is something for everyone in a community as vast as Naperville. With that, it can be more expensive to live here as the communities are a bit more upscale but there is plenty of affordable housing available. I would not have wanted to grow up anywhere else!
    Read 482 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • B+
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    • 145,789 Population
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  2. Irvine

    • City in California
    • 234
    2 Safest Cities in America

    Current Resident: Irvine is probably one of the safest, cleanest, and greenest cities in CA (if not, in the US)! It is located in Orange County, so it's really easy to go up to LA area or drive down to San Diego. Irvine is home to a lot of high-ranking schools like the University of California Irvine (UCI), Concordia University, Irvine Valley College, the Orange County Center of the University of Southern California (USC), and campuses of California State University Fullerton (CSUF), University of La Verne, and Pepperdine University. This city is really beautiful with streets dotted with flowers and trees. It is very quiet and all neighborhoods are well-maintained. There's a lot of opportunities for outdoor activities.
    Read 234 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • B
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    • 246,992 Population
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  3. Thousand Oaks

    • City in California
    • 269
    3 Safest Cities in America

    Current Resident: My experience with Thousand Oaks is that I'm a local resident of the city, from the people to the atmosphere, to the weather the city in a nutshell is fantastic! I've lived here for nearly fifteen-years and haven't looked back. A slight downside to living in Thousand Oaks is the lack of nightlight, meaning it isn't a great place for having fun late out. Lastly, something I think I'd like to be changed in Thousand Oaks is for better local transportation systems to be implemented on a regular basis, rather than a transportation system with very scarce hours.
    Read 269 Reviews

    • A
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    • A+
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    • B
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    • 128,623 Population
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  5. Provo

    • City in Utah
    • 1,145
    4 Safest Cities in America

    Current Resident: Provo itself is a beautiful, cozy and very safe place to live. My experience in Provo has overall been a great experience. It has a variety of healthy and delicious food options, has historical sights and beautiful history in the town center, not to mention the BEAUTIFUL LDS temple that was recently build next to the NuSkin building. Provo is located close to the freeway for easy access to traveling and is a relatively clean city. The people are very friendly and respectful of the place that they live. That being said, Provo is a college town! Despite the high amount of college students, Provo has still been able to maintain a good name, positive environment, growth mindset and a fun place to live. I'd love to see more updated parks added to the city, though there are many old parks and also many running trails and hiking trails that make it a great place for a diverse group of individuals.
    Read 1,145 Reviews

    • A
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    • B+
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    • B
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    • 115,718 Population
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  6. Round Rock

    • City in Texas
    • 251
    5 Safest Cities in America

    Former Resident: Round Rock is an excellent place to raise a family! From top-tier schools to a community that is laden with caring people, Round Rock is by far one of the greatest cities in Texas! I was born in Round Rock, and lived there for 15 years. In the 15 years that I lived in Round Rock, Texas, I can honestly say that the city has everything that a person could ask for. The city is filled with delicious restaurants and various forms of entertainment, such as parks and malls. Whether you are a young single person looking for work, or a person who has a family to raise, Round Rock is by far the greatest city to live in! With that being said, the only thing that I would change about Round Rock is the inclusion of more hiking trails!
    Read 251 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • B
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    • 112,767 Population
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  7. Carlsbad

    • City in California
    • 261
    6 Safest Cities in America

    Former Resident: Wonderful city nestled next to the beach. You are far enough from down town SanDiego to enjoy the night life there (accessible by the Coaster - if you don't want to drive). But it also has it's own party/bar scene in the downtown area. Just wear your jeans and flip-flops and you'll fit right it. Lots of great Mexican food choices -- go to Garcia's! Go for a walk on the boardwalk and enjoy a sunset. Or go hiking in the hills a bit more inland. Yes, LEGOLAND is there but unless you have a five year old, it's not worth the money (Everything is sun/water damaged and needs spruced up, which I would expect they do with the money they get) - you're better off with a free day at the beach.
    Read 261 Reviews

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    • A+
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    • B
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    • 112,008 Population
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  10. Sunnyvale

    • City in California
    • 177
    7 Safest Cities in America

    Current Resident: I have lived in the city of Sunnyvale for the past six years, and I can definitely say that I absolutely love living in this city. There is numerous of fun activities to do, plenty of fun new restaurants to try, and activities that the community can participate in. As I have attended a public school in Sunnyvale, I can say that it was a great experience and compared to the experience of other students from nearby cities, I am glad that I attended school here. There is rarely any traffic and the commute from place to place can be easily navigated. The city is kept clean and is pleasing to the eyes. Although there is lots of construction currently happening, I am looking forward for the exciting new additions to the community.
    Read 177 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A
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    • B
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    • 149,596 Population
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  11. Glendale

    • City in California
    • 101
    8 Safest Cities in America

    Current Resident: Glendale quickly became my home after my move in 2005. Its a city that thrives on cultural awareness, acceptance, and family values. A place so welcoming you can walk down the street and say hello to a random stranger on any given day. The heart of the city has become the epicenter of vast job opportunities and a place to get out and experience the many authentic, culturally vast flavors our restaurants have to offer. So whether you're looking to have a good time, just passing by or looking to move here, Glendale is a place you will quickly come to love!
    Read 101 Reviews

    • A-
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    • A
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    • B
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    • 197,895 Population
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  12. Plano

    • City in Texas
    • 631
    9 Safest Cities in America

    Current Resident: We love Plano! We came here from overseas 2 years ago; I made a profound research for months to decide a place to live and I found here thanks to Niche.com. We chose here because of excellent school district, crime rate, unemployment rate, and living cost which is not low but much more affordable than those cities in California, NJ, etc. that have excellent school districts but living cost is unfortunately much higher. Plano Parks and Recreation Centers are incredible, so many activities and benefits as residents. There are bilingual elementary schools for those who speak Spanish and English as the second language. What's more, PISD has preschools for those who don't speak English as the first language. I can't complain anything. So happy to be here as family!
    Read 631 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • B
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    • 279,088 Population
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  14. Overland Park

    • City in Kansas
    • 313

    Current Resident: I've lived in the Overland Park, Kansas area for about 4 years now. Overall it's a great area that has a lot to offer. It's close proximity to Kansas City, Missouri allows you easy access to bigger nightlife and large concerts, events, museums, theater, ballet, and more. Overland Park itself is family friendly with great schools. While we do have some diversity, it isn't nearly as diverse as other areas. However, you can still find some great cultural restaurants that reflect the diversity we do have, such as Indian, Ethiopian, Thai, Korean, and even from El Salvador! Cost of living is on the higher end for the KC Metro area and the housing market is very much a seller's one right now as many homes are being sold for over asking price or without stipulations such as inspections, etc. The public parks, libraries, and community centers are all great and well maintained. They all individually have quite a lot to offer.
    Read 313 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • B-
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    • 183,775 Population
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  15. Port St. Lucie

    • City in Florida
    • 495

    Current Resident: Great area for families, students, and tourists. We have everything you would imagine a beach town to have. From 5 star hotels, beautiful clean beaches, gorgeous sunrises/sunsets, welcoming community, and best of all PUBLIX!
    Read 495 Reviews

    • B
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    • C+
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    • B-
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    • 175,652 Population
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  16. Rochester

    • City in Minnesota
    • 164

    Current Resident: I love Rochester! Personally, I am a big fan of the weather changes and all of the seasons, so I love living in an area where I get to see the leaves change and the snow fall. The downtown area is very pretty and there are resources to many different kinds of people available everywhere. If there was one thing I could change, it would be the amount of activities available to younger people. Adults have the ability to go to bars and restaurants downtown, but students and kids don't have many activities to do. I would like to see more parks, trails, and sport-designated areas around in order to get kids outside and active. Other than that, I love it here!
    Read 164 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A-
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    • B-
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    • 111,396 Population
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  19. Burbank

    • City in California
    • 247

    Current Resident: Burbank is a great city to grow up in, and a great city to raise a family. Very safe neighborhood with a small-town feel, but close enough to Los Angeles and other cities that you still get city-living-perks. All public schools are staffed with incredible educators and hands-on administrators. City center has multiple movie theatres, large mall, chain restaurants, family-owned restaurants, and boutiques. Access to work is basically unlimited; many major motion picture and television companies are based in Burbank, CA and are constantly looking to hire. Other fields of work like hospitality, retail, engineering, and childcare are also in high demand for hire. Diversity is really high compared to other cities in the area. Healthy living is heavily promoted, from farmer's markets to bike paths and public access to gyms, tracks, and pools. Overall, Burbank is an incredible place to live! Anyone would be lucky to be a resident of this amazing town.
    Read 247 Reviews

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    • A
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    • B-
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    • 104,583 Population
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  20. Ann Arbor

    • City in Michigan
    • 353

    Current Resident: I love Ann Arbor! It's a lively city with a small-town feel. Having the University of Michigan down the street creates endless opportunities for concerts, events, and night life. The philanthropic scene is booming and small businesses are everywhere! Everyone here is happy and excited about life, passionate about this city and very environmentally-conscious and involved in the community. It is a truly wonderful place.
    Read 353 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • B-
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    • 118,087 Population
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  21. Temecula

    • City in California
    • 346

    Current Resident: Temecula was much less diverse back in 2009 when I first came. The population was more Causcian. There was a few times where I encountered racism being hispanic. Nonetheless, most Caucasians have been kind so I can't speak for all, but racism still exists. The town has been very republican, but these past few years thousands have inhabited the city from different parts of the world since it attracts families because of the top rated schools, safety and family friendly environments. Thus, making the town more diverse then ever. With the growing population, crime has increased as well. Diversity is good, but it totally brings a different vibe to the town. Everyone keeps to themselves like a city mentality vs town mentality. Not so homey feeling afterall. Many people come from cities and states all throughout the US. It is still safe. Schools are great! Juse can't call it home. Too crowded and not so friendly people.
    Read 346 Reviews

    • A-
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    • A
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    • B-
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    • 108,965 Population
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  22. Bellevue

    • City in Washington
    • 57

    Current Resident: It's such a beautiful city with lots of racial diversity and great public schools. It's known to be quite safe and family friendly, which plenty of parks and little beaches by the lakes. It's close to lakes, mountains, bike trails, and forests - all these Pacific Northwest delights, perfect for the outdoorsy person.

    The downside is housing prices are skyrocketing. People living here are more affluent than average - some are even being priced out of the market. Many immigrants (often from Asia) buy real estate here. Many people are very health conscious. The population is increasing and there is lots of construction. Commute times are increasing quickly as well. Job opportunities are good if you have the skills like computer science, engineering, or business because the greater Seattle area has so many tech companies.
    Read 57 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • B-
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    • 136,718 Population
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  23. Cape Coral

    • City in Florida
    • 443

    Current Resident: My wife and I moved here 3 years ago from new york and will never go back. The Cape is booming! It's quiet, low crime, plenty of parks and if you love the water and beach you will be in heaven. Schools are good and people are generally nice. You do have some shady parts of the city but most of it is single homes with families or retirees. Downtown is about to get a major facelift which should help the economy. Convinient to Ft. Myers,Tampa and Naples. Wish we'd moved here years ago!
    Read 443 Reviews

    • B+
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    • B+
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    • B-
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    • 170,063 Population
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  26. Roseville

    • City in California
    • 107

    Current Resident: Roseville is one the nicest areas I have ever seen. Which is why I have taken residence here. The weather is beautiful, the people are nice, and it is very family friendly. There are plenty places to shop, including the very modern and massive Roseville Galleria. In addition, there's a Top Golf course that has plenty of entertainment. The prices are also reasonable given the quality of the area. Great place to live for sure!
    Read 107 Reviews

    • A
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    • A-
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    • B-
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    • 128,276 Population
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  27. Santa Clara

    • City in California
    • 157

    Current Resident: The city of Santa Clara has provided our family with many opportunities within the community. The schools within the Santa Clara Unified School District, especially Laurelwood Elementary School, have given our family lifetime friendships and allowed us to become active members within our community. We have been involved in running many events at the local schools such as California History Day, Ice Cream Social, The Nutcracker play and the school's Walk-a-thon fundraiser. To keep our local community together, in 2007 our family started holding an annual Backyard BBQ Talent Show for the local friends and residents. With my rewarding 12 plus years of volunteering in the local schools and hosting local events, I have finally found my true calling, to become an elementary school teacher!
    Read 157 Reviews

    • A
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    • A-
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    • B-
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    • 122,725 Population
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  28. McAllen

    • City in Texas
    • 369

    Current Resident: McAllen, where I was born and bred, the city that shaped me into what I am today. McAllen has evolved over the years into a symbol of growth, with new job opportunities, a strong inclination toward entrepreneurship, an increase in healthcare availability, a rise in tourist attractions, among other great additions. Moreover, the community has cultivated a Tex-Mex culture unlike any other that can make anyone feel at home with its emphasis on family! Yet, there is significant diversity found in the McAllen community. One may visit the southern part of McAllen for some great Mexican delicacies one minute, then completely change one's atmosphere by traveling north of the train tracks. The northern part of McAllen, with its hip cafes and stores, where one may shop until they drop! All in all, McAllen has become a city where everyones' interest can be met.
    Read 369 Reviews

    • B+
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    • B
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    • B-
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    • 138,475 Population
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  29. Richardson

    • City in Texas
    • 201

    Current Resident: Overall Richardson is a great place to live! many things are changing and being improved around the city. There are only a few things that have changed my perspective of Richardson. I have attended some of the city council meetings and learned that the leaders of this great city are fantastic but do not take into consideration minor details that come with the change, for example they are improving one of the high schools in the districts and did not consider the parking problems that would come with that.
    Read 201 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • B-
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    • 108,350 Population
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  30. Boulder

    • City in Colorado
    • 218

    Current Resident: Boulder is a splendid place to live. It perfectly mixes together a small town vibe and an urban metropolis. There are always things to do because of the young vibrant university atmosphere, and the multitude of outdoor activities. With the various canyons that have world renowned climbing, 100+ miles of hiking trails, fly fishing in the Boulder Creek; it is an outdoor enthusiasts paradise.

    There are tons of options for groceries, housing styles, options for schools, and any and all types of restaurants. It's a town that is small enough to bike to just about anywhere you need to go, and also a magnificent amount of bike trails and lanes throughout the city and suburbs.

    If you're looking for a forward-thinking town that is inclusive and pushing the boundaries, Boulder is just the town for you!
    Read 218 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • B-
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    • 105,420 Population
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  32. Corona

    • City in California
    • 518

    Current Resident: Corona used to be a small suburb that has started booming! It's the perfect place to raise a family. Corona parks are usually filled with k-12 sports year round. There isn't a nightlife or much to do as far as entertainment, but it is the gateway to Downtown riverside, Orange county, San Diego and Palm Springs. Corona is truly at the center of everything!
    Read 518 Reviews

    • B
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    • A-
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    • B-
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    • 161,614 Population
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  33. Torrance

    • City in California
    • 149

    Current Resident: Torrance is very safe and friendly. Not very diverse because the city has a lot of Asians but everyone is friendly! Schools are very competitive with each other but overall they are all a family. There is sometimes traffic in Torrance on major streets with freeways but there are also streets that often time are not busy at all. The job opportunities are low currently. Haven't seen many places hiring. The food that can be found in Torrance have got to be the best. From ramen or tacos, it's all delicious.
    Read 149 Reviews

    • A
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    • A
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    • B-
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    • 147,307 Population
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  34. Orange

    • City in California
    • 206

    Current Resident: My family and I have lived in the City of Orange for nearly 5 years. The City itself is quaint with lots of old time charm. One of our favorite pass times is frequenting the many eateries and retail places in Old Town Orange. So many places, so little time. The International Food Festival in Old Town occurs ever year over Labor Day weekend. Anyone who is anyone in the City attends this festival; an event NOT to be missed! Many new types of business are popping up, but the older established community is somewhat resistant to the modern style changes. There is a decent balance of eateries and entertainment. The best part about living in Orange is that it is close to so many places and things to do: The Beach. Disneyland. Knott's Berry Farm. Hollywood.
    The cost of living in the City of Orange is off the map. A basic, 3 BR 2 Ba single family home rents for well over $3,000/month. A $3,000 rent payment is barely affordable. The cost to purchase the same would be > $600K.
    Read 206 Reviews

    • B+
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    • B
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    • B-
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    • 139,919 Population
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