The Breckenridge, CO Metro Area is ranked well across a variety of categories according to the BestPlaces rankings. It ranks highly in overall livability, coming in at number 8 out of 687 cities. The area has good cost of living and housing affordability ratings, as it is ranked at 44th and 107th respectively out of the 687 cities surveyed. Breckenridge also has good employment options with an unemployment rate that ranks 176th out of 687 cities, which is well below the national average. Additionally, the metro area has a great climate for outdoor enthusiasts with much of the year having pleasant temperatures and low humidity levels. With all these factors combined, it is no surprise that Breckenridge ranks so high on BestPlaces' list.
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