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The Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA Metro Area is ranked highly in several categories when it comes to providing a high quality of life for its residents. According to the BestPlaces rankings, this area ranks as one of the country's best cities for raising a family due to its low cost of living, great schools, and strong job market. Additionally, it ranks highly in terms of safety and crime rates being significantly lower than both state and national averages. Additionally, the city boasts several outdoor recreational opportunities due to its proximity to mountain ranges and rivers. With a diverse economy driven by manufacturing, tourism, healthcare, education, and more, Spokane-Spokane Valley offers families an ideal place to live with plenty of opportunities for growth and success.

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#6 Where to Live to Avoid a Natural Disaster (Lowest Risk)
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#6 Safest Places from Natural Disasters
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#12 Best Cities for Teleworking - Small Metro Areas
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#15 Most Secure Places to Live in the U.S. (Mid-Size Metro Areas)
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#20 Most Secure Places to Live 2011 (Mid-Size Cities)
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#38 America's Migraine Hot Spots
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#47 Most Comfortable Summer Cities
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#51 High Gas Prices - Which Cities are Hit the Hardest?
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#65 Best Green Cities
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#75 2005 High Gas Prices
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#89 America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Mid-Size Metro Areas)
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#95 Most Popular Cities for the Holidays
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#190 2005 Best Places to Live
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