This Missouri City Was Just Named One Of The Best Places To Live In America
By Liz Oliver|Published September 26, 2018
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Liz Oliver
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Liz is a Missouri native with a B.A. in English from Mizzou and a M.A. in Non-Profit Administration from Lindenwood University. She works for a STL metro-area community college and enjoys writing, traveling, and indoor cycling. Her true passion is forcing her encyclopedic knowledge of Missouri facts on uninterested strangers from across the globe!
Missouri is full of amazing places to call home. However, statistically speaking, some places are better than others. Recently, Money Magazine ranked the top 50 Places To Live In America and this Missouri city found its way onto the list. Do you think it’s your neighborhood? Keep scrolling to find out what city made the list.
St. Charles, Missouri was recently voted as one of America's best places to live. St. Charles was ranked 32 out of 50 and was ranked as Missouri's best place to live.
Main Street St. Charles is a focal point for the community. The historic district has many locally owned shops, restaurants, and attractions. It's also the setting for many of the city's largest events.
Family friendly activities and outdoor fun are easy to find in St. Charles. The Katy Trail runs through the city along the river and is the perfect place for a family bike ride.
The city has a rich history. It was one of the first cities established in Missouri, was the launching point for the Lewis and Clark expedition, and served as Missouri's first capital. Check out one of the most unique historical sites in the area, the Historic Daniel Boone Home at Lindenwood Park.
Another amazing reason to call St. Charles home is the great schools. St. Charles has some of the best schools in the state and boasts an 88% graduation rate.
St. Charles also has a population of 68,000 and offers so many amenities. The city boasts an median income of $76,000 and home prices, on average, are below $200,000.
With over 200 beautifully clear days throughout the year, St. Charles is the perfect place to call home. There is so much to do, see, taste, and explore in St. Charles, Missouri.