11 Best Places to Live in The U.S. (2017)

7) San Jose, California

With a population of over 1 million, San Jose is expanding every year. As the Silicon Valley capital, it’s one of the country’s hubs for high-tech industries. Tech companies employ almost one third of the city’s work force. The desirability to live in this city is due to growing employment opportunities and high salaries. The unemployment rate has been declining and reached 3% this year. Median household income is around $90,000, which is almost double the national average. Incomes need to be high to afford real estate. The average home price skyrocketed in the last 15 years, and is now estimated at over $700,000. San Jose is not all business and no play. The city hosts festivals like Silicon Valley Beer Week and is home to Happy Hollow Park & Zoo. Don’t forget to check out San Pedro Square Market for the freshest, locally grown produce.