Binghamton, NY Rankings


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Binghamton, NY is ranked favorably amongst its peers in many categories. According to BestPlaces, Binghamton has an overall ranking of 5 out of 10 for livability. This places it amongst the higher ranks of cities when it comes to comfort and convenience. The city has a good cost-of-livingindex, with housing costs lower than the national average and a reasonable job market due to the presence of several universities and colleges in the area. Additionally, Binghamton offers a plethora of recreational activities such as parks, trails, golf courses, lakes and rivers for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. The crime rate is also low compared to other cities making it safe and secure for its residents. All these factors combine to create an attractive place for people looking for a comfortable lifestyle or starting off their life in college or university.

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Binghamton Ranked
#5 Most Secure Places to Live 2011 (Mid-Size Cities)
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Binghamton Ranked
#8 Most Secure Places to Live in the U.S. (Mid-Size Metro Areas)
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Binghamton Ranked
#9 Best Green Cities
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#11 America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Mid-Size Metro Areas)
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#34 Most Competitive Public Colleges
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Binghamton Ranked
#241 2005 Best Places to Live
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Very cool place with loads of popular restaurants (some award winning), hiking, winter activities/sports, fishing, boating, central location -making it SO EASY for  More

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Over 3 years ago

I can't understand the strong negativity, at least not totally. I have been here for a while now and have been (years ago). Back in the big recession there were some  More

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Over 3 years ago

I've lived in this area my whole life-all 23 years of it. Even in my lifetime about half the businesses I remember are now boarded up often with no replacements. So many  More

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