Denver and San Diego are two great cities in the United States that offer a variety of activities for people of all ages. Both cities have been ranked highly in multiple categories, including quality of life, cost of living and cultural diversity. Denver has consistently been rated as one of the best places to live in the country, while San Diego is known for its excellent weather and beaches. In terms of overall rankings, Denver has a higher score than San Diego in most categories. For example, Denver was rated number one by BestPlaces for tech job growth, quality of life and economic growth potential. Additionally, according to BestPlaces Magazine, Denver is ranked seventh among US cities for best places to retire. On the other hand, San Diego scored lower than Denver in most areas including economic development potential but still received high ratings from BestPlaces Magazine in terms of quality of life with a ranking of ninth among US cities.
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