Chapel Hill, NC Rankings

Chapel Hill, North Carolina is a wonderful place to call home, and its rankings prove it. Chapel Hill was recently ranked as the 9th best city to live in the United States by BestPlaces. It has also been recognized for its excellent education system, being ranked 14th overall among college towns and 11th in public schools according to BestPlaces. The city also earned a spot on BestPlaces’s list of “Best Places to Live 2018”, being named the 8th best city nationwide. With unemployment at an incredibly low 2.0% and steady job growth, this vibrant city is an excellent choice for those looking for a great quality of life. Chapel Hill has plenty of parks and outdoor activities to enjoy and offers a diverse selection of cultural attractions. From its excellent educational opportunities to its abundance of recreational activities, Chapel Hill definitely deserves its accolades as one of the best places in the country to call home.

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