New York, Portland, San Francisco, Seattle – of the 15 best US cities for millennials to live in, which is the top choice?
Affordability, walkability, job opportunities and access to bars, restaurants, and coffee shops are all important considerations for young professionals when they are thinking about which American cities offer the most
Millennials prefer a well-rounded city that has it all: fun, friends, and a strong job game.
Turns out, that's still to be found in some of America's biggest cities as well as smaller neighbouring cities – and a few up-and-coming destinations. School-ranking website Niche recently looked at the best places for young professionals to live, defined as those ages 25 to 34. This makes up the majority of millennials, who turn ages 24 to 39 in 2020.
To determine its list, Niche rated cities on several factors, including affordability, walkability, job opportunities and access to bars, restaurants, and coffee shops. Much of this data came from the US Census Bureau. You can read the full methodology here.
Here are the best places to live for millennials.
15. Portland, Oregon
Percentage of millennial population: 20 per cent
Median home listing price: US$383,600
Median rent: US$1,187
“‘Funky’ is alive and well,” a current resident wrote of Portland, adding that the city prioritises sustainability and the local economy. “You don't see big box stores or billboards for banks – you see local family-owned businesses … Wonderful food scene, excellent if you're at all interested in vegetarian, vegan, or health-focused foods.”