One Of The Best Cities To Live In The U.S. Is Huntsville, Alabama And We Couldn't Agree More

Here in Alabama, there are many great cities to live. In fact, some cities are among the best in the entire nation. Recently, U.S. News & World Report published a list of 125 Best Places to Live in America. One this list, Huntsville ranked #11.

There are several reasons why people are choosing to live in Huntsville, including the eight listed below.

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If you're looking for a home to purchase in Huntsville, you're in luck! With so many homes under $200K, Huntsville is one of the most affordable places to live in the nation.

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Huntsville is filled with many job opportunities. From engineering and nursing, to teaching and writing, there are several things you can do as a career in Huntsville.

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People from all across the U.S., and even world, live in Huntsville. It truly is a melting pot because if you make your home in Huntsville, you'll be surrounded by all walks of life.

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When it comes to food, Huntsville doesn't disappoint! There are several types of restaurants located throughout the city such as steakhouses, homestyle eateries, BBQ joints, pizzerias, etc. Many farmers markets are also in Huntsville, which sell a variety of fresh produce.

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Because Huntsville is located in the North Alabama region, it's close to several major cities such as Birmingham, Atlanta, Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville. It's also a short drive to the state's beautiful Gulf Coast beaches.

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Huntsville is best known for its incredible space history. After all, it's nicknamed "The Rocket City." The city is also home to the U.S. Space & Rocket Center and Space Camp, which attracts kids from all over the world. Interestingly, the Saturn V rocket, which was built in Huntsville at Marshall Space Flight Center, sent the first Americans to the moon.

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Nineteen minutes is the average one-way commute in Huntsville, whereas the U.S. average is 26.4 minutes.

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There are many attractions in Huntsville that are perfect for anyone who loves the outdoors. A few of these include Monte Sano State Park, Big Spring Park, Hayes Nature Preserve, Madison County Nature Trail, and more.

What are some other reasons why people are choosing to live in Huntsville, Alabama? Let us know in the comments below.

One of Huntsville’s most unique restaurants is the Blue Bayou at A.M. Booth’s Lumberyard. For information, click here.