Santa Maria, TX (78592) is ranked highly in many different categories based on bestplaces rankings. According to the bestplaces studies, Santa Maria is ranked the #2 most crime-free city in Texas with a safety rating of 92/100. This small city also has a livability score of 74/100 which puts it at #7 for Texas cities overall. This score takes into account amenities, cost of living, weather, and other factors that contribute to an area's livability. Additionally, Santa Maria ranks #3 for having the lowest unemployment rate in Texas at just 2.9%. With such a low unemployment rate and overall high livability rating, it is no surprise this small town has become an ideal place to live for many people.
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