This study provides valuable insight into the quality of life and opportunities available in different cities, helping readers make informed decisions about where to live.
Raleigh is ranked as the best place to live among the nation's 100 largest metros, with a perfect score of 100 for business climate and an overall score of 86.5.
Durham takes the third spot, with a score of 76.6.
Charlotte comes in second, scoring 77.1.
Austin, Texas, falls to seventh place from its previous ranking of second.
Raleigh topped a similar study by LendingTree in 2021, while Charlotte and Durham both moved up one spot in the new rankings.
The report highlights Raleigh's strong performance in categories like business climate, entrepreneurship, and local economy, with top rankings in several individual metrics.
The study confirms Raleigh and Durham as highly desirable cities to live in, with thriving economies and favorable business climates.