Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim Metro Area, CA Rankings

The Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA Metro Area has been ranked highly in a variety of categories. It is ranked as the 10th best city to live in the United States by U.S. News & World Report, and as one of the top 10 cities to start a business by BestPlaces. Additionally, it ranks highly for its economy and job market, given that six Fortune 500 companies are located there, and its culture and diversity. The area is also very well known for its entertainment and attractions such as Hollywood and Disneyland, which makes it an ideal place for tourists. Moreover, its cost of living is relatively low compared to other big cities on the list making it affordable for those who wish to move or visit there. All these factors contribute to why the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim area is so highly ranked across multiple categories.

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