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The Grand Rapids-Wyoming, MI Metro Area is highly ranked in numerous categories. It was voted the 10th best place to live by BestPlaces.net in 2020. The city offers its residents a high quality of life due to its abundance of attractions and amenities. Grand Rapids was also named one of the top 25 cities for young professionals by BestPlaces and it was ranked as one of the top 5 US cities for entrepreneurs by Entrepreneur Magazine. Additionally, Grand Rapids has a thriving job market with many businesses and industries located in the area. Residents also benefit from a low cost of living, excellent education opportunities, and access to great outdoor recreation activities such as hiking, biking, canoeing, kayaking and more. Overall, Grand Rapids-Wyoming area is a great place to live for individuals who want an enjoyable lifestyle with plenty of options available to them.

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