Manchester, NH Rankings


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Manchester, NH is a city located in New Hampshire and is considered to be one of the best places to live in the United States. According to BestPlaces, Manchester has an overall ranking of #12 out of 551 US cities with excellent rankings in amenities, cost of living, and education. Furthermore, it has received high scores for its low crime rate and job opportunities. The city also stands out as an ideal place for families as well as retirees due to its high quality of life and numerous leisure activities that are available. With top-notch amenities and plenty of outdoor recreation options, Manchester is a great place for residents to enjoy a vibrant lifestyle without sacrificing safety or affordability.

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#6 America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Smallest Metro Areas)
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#7 America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Mid-Size Metro Areas)
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#10 Best Places for Military Retirees
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#55 America's Most (and Least) Stressful Cities (117 Smallest Metro Areas)
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#78 Most Popular Cities for the Holidays
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#151 2005 Best Places to Live
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#238 Best Green Cities
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Over 11 years ago

Manchester was a fine city to raise my little family, but as a single person again it isn't for me. It may be okay for some, maybe 20-somethings or 30-somethings, but  More

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Over 13 years ago

The snow wont stop, my phone was taken by a plow, roofs leaking from ice dams and are collapsing by weight of snow, its snowing now!  More

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Over 15 years ago

I lived in Manchester for one year for work purposes and absolutely loved it. Living in New Hampshire was the best place I ahve ever lived and if possible I would gladly  More

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