The 25 most neighboring cities in the United States, says a new study

What residents of cities will always salute you with a smile or will lend you sugar?


Some cities are known to have intense reputation . For example, in New York, it is said that people get angry with you for walking too slowly, while in Philadelphia, people should become a little rowdy sport events . But many cities are known to be quite neighboring, where people interact not only with others who live near them but are greatly involved in the community. To highlight these results, the team Neighbor The habits of the inhabitants of the city have sought to create their ranking in 2023 of the most neighboring cities in the United States

The study "questioned 1,000 Americans to discover their neighborhood habits, their relations with their neighbors and what they think they are doing a closest community". Things like root planting, the adoption of community events, help during natural disasters and political behavior were all discussed in the investigation. The neighbor added "population changes and electoral participation to take into account the commitment of citizens and investments in their communities", as new factors for the results of 2023.

"In these difficult times when Americans report growing loneliness and division, recognition of" the most neighboring cities "in America is not only a party act, but a call to unity and hope, "said Joseph Woodbury , founder and CEO of neighbor. Continue to read to find out which cities have made the list this year.

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25
Cincinnati, Ohio

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Cincinnati, Ohio. According to the neighbor, "this Midwest City houses several fortune companies 500 and is aimed at young professionals who work in health care, finance, manufacturing and retail." The city has also ranked at the top of affordability, making it an ideal location to start or raise a family.

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Knoxville, Tennessee

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Knoxville is well known for his sports fans from the University of Tennessee, his exciting city center and its excellent local cuisine. "For those who plan to move to Knoxville, it has a growing labor market, an affordable cost of living and a friendly and welcoming sensation through the city," according to the neighbor, who adds that most residents live in the Family suburb.

23
New Haven, Connecticut

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New Haven made its debut in the closest rankings of the cities in 2022 and fell with six places from 17 to 23 this year. It houses the prestigious University of Yale and offers the lifestyle of the city without the chaos of Boston or New York.

"Of all the cities of Connecticut, New Haven has the restaurants most classified by Zagat with 56 in the region," notes the neighbor. You will have an excellent meal, accompanied by a friendly service, which you aim or that you live there permanently.

22
Washington DC

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It is not shocking that the country's capital has obtained a high score in participation and volunteering, which places them at number 22. The neighbor notes the most surprising thing about Washington D.C. is how much It is suitable for pets, which allows people to easily create links. In addition, residents of Washington D.C. are much more likely to help tourists with food or food recommendations than those who live in other major cities.

21
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

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Harrisburg is the capital of Pennsylvania. The region is filled with local politicians and has great participation in volunteering and charity.

"This city offers a lot for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy hiking and campsite in the many parks and forests near Harrisburg, including the Susquehanna river trails and several state forests," according to the neighbor.

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20
Phoenix, Arizona

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Phoenix takes up the number 20 in the list of most neighboring cities, mainly because of its high participation rate. "As the capital of Arizona, 77.39% of residents turned out to vote in the last mayors," according to a neighbor.

They also have 320 days of sun per year, so who wouldn't want to live there? With hot weather and exciting job opportunities, the city is full of university graduates, and it is an ideal place to settle with a family or start your retirement era.

19
Boise, Idaho

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Boisse, Idaho is another city that makes its debut on the list in 2023. In addition to offering residents countless outdoor activities, "Boisse has also ranked at the top of the population, because more and more of people recognize the affordability of the city, the healthy environment and the friendly community, "according to the neighbor.

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Monks, iowa

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Monks appear on the list for the third consecutive year. "It has been recognized as one of the best medium -sized cities in the country for its high quality of life, which is reflected in its communities," according to the neighbor.

It also houses the Iowa state fair and local events such as the minor leagues baseball matches and the downtown farmer market. The community often gathers, so it is not surprising to see them on the list.

17
Buffalo, New York

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If you thought the northeast was hostile, this city will certainly prove you. Buffalo is best known for his winter time, his scene of food and local artisanal beer and historical architecture, as well as his contagious atmosphere of neighbors.

"According to our survey, we found that 94% of Americans are ready to help a neighbor during a natural disaster, and the Buffalo's united community is a key element of 94%," said the neighbor.

16
Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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This is the first year that Winston-Salem has list. It is a small town, but it compensates for its size with the large welcoming attitudes of its residents.

"As the second city in North Carolina to make this list, Winston-Salem has almost half the size of Raleigh but filled with charm and hospitality," according to the neighbor.

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15
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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"Pittsburgh ranks in terms of charitable and volunteer donations and continues to respect its reputation as a neighborhood", according to a neighbor, placing the "city of steel" in the 15th place.

The neighbor notes that "Pittsburgh lands at the top of Business Insider list For American cities where young people buy the most houses ", so accessibility rates are high.

14
Portland, Oregon

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Portland is a city that is both artistic and neighboring, the study noting that they have "dedicated and welcoming communities".

"Portland is proud to be a city of counter-culture where art, theater and music promote a unique meaning of the community, rooted in individuality and creativity," adds neighboring.

13
Toledo, Ohio

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Toledo made a larger jump and went to number 13 this year after being 21 on the list of last year. "He continues to be recognized for his neighborhood attitude because of his high classification in charitable donations," according to the neighbor. AE0FCC31AE342FD3A1346EBB1F342FCB

The inhabitants of Toledo do their best for their neighbors, have an unshakable commitment to their community and are not afraid to initiate conversations with foreigners.

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Seattle, Washington

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Seattle has been included in the ranking each year since the start of the list in 2020. In 2023, they obtained number 12, amounting three places since last year.

"Seattle has legitimately won its place on this list for its high scores in charitable donations and volunteering - indicates that its residents are invested in improving their community," according to a neighbor.

In addition to being the capital of American coffee, this city also houses technology giants, including Amazon and Microsoft. And don't forget the emblematic monuments like the space needle and Pike Place market. With a lot of doing and seeing, the feeling of the community is raised in Seattle.

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Virginia Beach, Virginie

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Virginia Beach is the first of the two cities in Virginia to rank. Coming to number 11, this is the first time that the city has been on the track list, thanks to its high participation rate.

But as its name suggests, it is also well known for its beaches. "According to the Guinness Book of World Records, Virginia Beach is the [bigger] pleasure beach In the world, "notes the neighbor.

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] Richmond, Virginie

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Richmond is completed by the Top 10. The Virginia City is new in the list this year, but since it is the political capital of the State as well as an artistic and cultural hotspot, it is not shocking to See very well.

"Because the housing market encourages owners to move to more affordable communities, Richmond has experienced an influx of more than 30,000 new residents between 2020 and mid-2022, which gives the area a high score of the population change From last year ", according to neighbor.

In addition, residents care about the community because they have one of the highest levels of state voters.

9
Raleigh, North Carolina

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"For the third consecutive year, Raleigh is recognized as more than the" city of Oaks ", according to the neighbor, who notes that they have a strong economy, hospitality in a small town, many job opportunities and this Year, positive population changes. And with so much nature to explore, Raleigh makes the ideal place to plant the roots.

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Ogden, Utah

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Ogden, the oldest city in the state, is the first of the three cities in Utah to make the top 10, amounting to six places compared to last year. According to Voisin, "50% of its residents said they volunteered in the community".

The city also has an artistic atmosphere as well as a city center district which has major outdoor entertainment and leisure activities.

7
Salt Lake City, Utah

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Salt Lake City entered the top 10 for the first time. "Going from n ° 16 to # 7, Salt Lake City wins these high remarks for its safe neighborhoods, its electoral participations and its volunteering," according to a neighbor.

Many workers in the two coast technology are attracted to the city, whom the neighbor considers "the next Silicon Valley".

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Provo, utah

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Provo, Utah has always been in the top 10, guaranteeing place number six this year. They are another place that ranks at a volunteer height but also to a change of population.

According to the neighbor, "it is not a surprise, especially because some of the largest companies in the state (and even in the country) have its headquarters in Provo, in particular Qualtrics, Nu Skin and Vivi."

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Rochester, New York

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Rochester, one of the two cities located in New York State which made the ranking, takes the number five route. They managed to maintain their status among the first five for the second consecutive year, and according to the neighbor, "they continue to mark charities and volunteering".

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Sarasota, Florida

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This is the first year that Sarasota, Florida, joined the ranking. The city offers picturesque and seaside communities and is at a comfortable temperature of 72 degrees during most of the year.

"With life on the beach all year round calling a lot to the state of Sunshine, Sarasota dominated the list with the highest population change of the 25 best cities, adding 3.4% of new faces to the community between 2021 and 2022 ", according to the neighbor.

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Colorado Springs, Colorado

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"Coming in relation to the list of most neighboring cities of last year, Colorado Springs takes the first ranking as a city with the highest volunteer prices with 69% of the city residents supporting a local organization" , according to the neighbor.

The city, located in the heart of the rocky mountains, allows residents and visitors to live a beautiful nature during the four seasons. It is a very populated place, and more and more tourists become permanent residents.

2
Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Minneapolis made a big jump this year, amounting more than 10 places in number 13 last year. "They get a high score in volunteering and charitable donations," said the neighbor.

As a Maison du Mall of America, living here seems to be a fairly important sale. In addition, Minneapolis has an excellent mixture of nature and entertainment and high -end restaurants. You can't go wrong with the hospitality of the Midwest either.

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Madison, Wisconsin

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Madison, Wisconsin takes first place, amounts to a place in the 2022 ranking. Known for its superb outdoor leisure and its delicious cuisine, it is easy to see why Madison is very classified. They also house the largest Producer producer market , which means nothing sold there is commercially manufactured.

According to the neighbor's report, "Madison also has a very politically active community because it has obtained a high score in the participation rate with 59.67% of residents participating in the last mayor's race". Although politics does not necessarily have an impact on relations with neighbors, it shows that the people who live there care about their community.

The neighbor also stresses that recent university graduates choose to move to Madison through larger hubs like New York or San Francisco.

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