Travel + Leisure Magazine Ranks Seattle Best Place to Live in U.S. Second Saturday Science Talk at Battle Point Observatory March 14
There’s more to Seattle than its reputation as a favorite getaway for Bainbridge Islanders and tourists from a far. According to Travel + Leisure Magazine, a study by the digital entertainment platform JB ranked the Emerald City as the best place to live in the U.S. and one of the Top 10 in the world.
The company analyzed 45 cities worldwide, the magazine said, evaluating each metropolis on six core features: overall quality of life, safety, healthcare access, air pollution levels, unemployment rates, and monthly disposable income. Seattle ranked as the most liveable option in the U.S., placing eighth overall.
Across the country, Boston was the only other domestic city to appear in the Top 10.
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Seattle’s high ranking reflects a combination of excellent healthcare, a high quality of life, and the second-highest disposable income in the Top 10, said T+L. Ultimately, it’s what helped the city outperform larger, more expensive urban areas—both domestic and international—many of which earned high marks in isolated categories but fell short overall.
Too, Seattle’s coastal location, coupled with lush greenery, offers more than postcard-worthy scenery, the magazine noted. “Easy access to the mountains and water, influences how residents spend time outdoors, which has mental and physical health benefits.” (In 2024, the city was named the most outdoor-friendly in the U.S.)
Meanwhile, an economy centered on tech, healthcare, and education provides stability and supports long-term investment in healthcare and environmental standards, the magazine added.
And while Seattle consistently ranks among the country’s most expensive cities due to its high cost of living, JB’s study found that residents had an average monthly disposable income of $2,703, the second-highest among the Top 10 cities, after Zurich.
From a global perspective, Seattle successfully held its own against stiff competition, T&L further noted. While European cities such as Zurich, Copenhagen, Amsterdam, and Vienna dominated the top spots, the Emerald City still placed ahead of Edinburgh and Boston. Check out the complete list below:
Zurich, Switzerland- Copenhagen, Denmark
- Amsterdam, the Netherlands
- Vienna, Austria
- Munich, Germany
- Helsinki, Finland
- Melbourne, Australia
- Seattle, United States
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Boston, United States
Check out the Second Saturday Science Talk at Battle Point Observatory Saturday March 14
Credit: NASA
To learn about NASA’s LRO project go to: http://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/LRO/main/index.html
Register to attend a special Second Saturday Science Talk at Battle Point Observatory Saturday, March 14th at 7 pm
Celebrate this month’s eclipse and the planned launch of Artemis II at the Observatory! From phases to tides to the history of the space race and beyond, we’re covering all things lunar, says Frank Petrie, president of the Battle Point Astronomical Association. Guest Speaker on Saturday is Eleanor Uyyek, BPAA Programming Coordinator.
After the talk, stick around for a planetarium show and, if the weather holds, a Star Party. Whether you’re a seasoned stargazer or just beginning to look up, there’s something for everyone. All experience levels are welcome, adds Petrie.
Free Admission, donations always welcome. Space is limited, please register to attend at Battle Point Observatory (Zoom option also available): REGISTER
For more information about the Observatory visit www.bpastro.org.
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