Study Ranks Pittsburgh as One of the Best Cities to Live in the Nation
Pittsburgh Featured in Top US Cities in the Global Livability Index 2024
According to a recent study, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, though not the largest city in the United States, is among the country’s best places to live. The study by the Economist Intelligence Unit’s Global Livability Index 2024 ranked Pittsburgh as the third-best city to reside in the US, per a report by CNBC.
Honolulu Tops National List in EIU’s Global Livability Index
The top spot in the national rankings was taken by Honolulu. The EIU report assessed a range of factors to produce its rankings. These factors included stability, health care, culture and environment, education, and infrastructure. The report also explored the livability of international cities.
Rating System of The Global Livability Index
Each city had the potential to achieve a maximum of 100 points in the study, but the exact score of Pittsburgh remains unknown. According to CNBC, despite Honolulu’s top national ranking, Vienna, Austria, earned the title of the world’s best place to live.
Smaller US Cities Outperform Larger Ones in the EIU Report
In a surprising turn, smaller cities like Pittsburgh outdid larger metropolitan areas in this year’s rankings. For instance, the bustling cities of New York and Los Angeles ranked much lower, at 70th and 58th, respectively. This information highlights the appeal of smaller cities and their potential to offer high living standards.
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