A recent survey conducted by Clever found Washington, DC as the least desirable city in the United States. The survey of 1,000 respondents conducted in June showed high cost of living And rising crime rates as the main factors for the city’s poor ranking.
According to the survey, around 33 percent of respondents ranked Washington DC among their five least desirable cities. High cost of living, which 65 percent of respondents cited as a critical problem, and rising crime rates were cited as important reasons for the negative perception of the city.
In Washington, DC, 274 murders were committed in 2023, the highest number in over 20 years. Some residents criticized Mayor Muriel Bowserparents’ handling of the crime situation and claims that their quality of life has deteriorated. Despite these problems, the city is considered favorable for working parents as it has good employment and healthcare infrastructure, including remote work opportunities and a solid network of pediatricians.
The survey also found that other major cities such as new YorkLos Angeles and San Francisco were rated as less desirable, mainly due to their expensive housing markets. For example, Los Angeles It was found that an annual income of $162,000 was required to purchase a home.
In contrast, Tampa, Floridaemerged as the most desirable city for 2024. With its warm weather, low crime rate and affordable housing, Tampa was voted one of the top five most desirable cities by 23 percent of respondents.
The survey’s broader results show that 73 percent of Americans are satisfied with their current living situation, but there is notable dissatisfaction in various regions. Fifty-nine percent of respondents said they were dissatisfied with their city and 43 percent expressed embarrassment about their state.
States like California, once known as the “Golden State,” are experiencing a decline in popularity. California Due to poor scores in education, health and safety, it recently ranked last in a survey conducted by the Department of Consumer Protection. New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana and Alaska also scored poorly in terms of the region’s attractiveness.
According to the survey, around 33 percent of respondents ranked Washington DC among their five least desirable cities. High cost of living, which 65 percent of respondents cited as a critical problem, and rising crime rates were cited as important reasons for the negative perception of the city.
In Washington, DC, 274 murders were committed in 2023, the highest number in over 20 years. Some residents criticized Mayor Muriel Bowserparents’ handling of the crime situation and claims that their quality of life has deteriorated. Despite these problems, the city is considered favorable for working parents as it has good employment and healthcare infrastructure, including remote work opportunities and a solid network of pediatricians.
The survey also found that other major cities such as new YorkLos Angeles and San Francisco were rated as less desirable, mainly due to their expensive housing markets. For example, Los Angeles It was found that an annual income of $162,000 was required to purchase a home.
In contrast, Tampa, Floridaemerged as the most desirable city for 2024. With its warm weather, low crime rate and affordable housing, Tampa was voted one of the top five most desirable cities by 23 percent of respondents.
The survey’s broader results show that 73 percent of Americans are satisfied with their current living situation, but there is notable dissatisfaction in various regions. Fifty-nine percent of respondents said they were dissatisfied with their city and 43 percent expressed embarrassment about their state.
States like California, once known as the “Golden State,” are experiencing a decline in popularity. California Due to poor scores in education, health and safety, it recently ranked last in a survey conducted by the Department of Consumer Protection. New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana and Alaska also scored poorly in terms of the region’s attractiveness.
