12 Texas Cities Named Best To Live In Southwest US

Tyler, Texas ranks 11th when it comes to 'The Most Liveable Cities In The Southwest US'

It's a well-known fact that people from all across the US are relocating to Texas. They're moving to Texas because of the state's economy, affordable housing (as compared to other parts of the US), lack of state income tax, education, and a number of other reasons.

When people are looking to relocate across the Southwest, Texas cities dominate the list of 'The Best Places To Live In The Southwest' according to Liveability.

Texas cities dominate nearly half of the list with Sugar Land taking top honors. Cities from Arizona, Oklahoma, and New Mexico are on the list too, but not near as many as Texas.

According to Liveability's editor in chief Amanda Ellis, she says,

In today’s landscape, where affordability is increasingly challenging, people are prioritizing locations where their money stretches further. Our rankings spotlight exceptional small and mid-sized communities that excel in providing residents with both affordability and a high quality of life."

The report looked at factors like economic variables, quality of life, and affordability of more than 2000 cities in the US to curate the list.

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Tyler, Texas residents should be proud that their city came in 11th out of more than 2000 US cities and that they live in one of the most liveable cities in the Southwest.

Tyler residents should be proud because these factors helped the city become 11th on the list:

• availability of higher education
• lower than median home and rental prices
• among the lowest property taxes in the state
• healthcare facilities
• outdoor activities - lakes, trails, camping, golf
• 'small town' charm
• Rose Garden

The other Texas cities that were in the top 25 were:

• Frisco
• Round Rock
• Lubbock
• Abilene
• Flower Mound
• Plano
• Richardson
• Arlington
• College Station
• Midland

The full list of the top 25 cities and descriptions of each can be viewed at Livability.