Texas Cities On The List For Worst Quality Of Life
LawnStarter has released its 2024 rankings for quality of life across the U.S., and unfortunately, some Texas cities are struggling. Believe it or not, even with so many Texas cities experiencing low quality of life, Texas still ranks 9th for Quality of Life out of all 50 states. Texas may have a lot of cities experiencing some trouble, but it sounds like the cities that do well, do VERY well and that seems to balance out the issues. Lets check it out!
Based on LawnStarter's 2024 rankings, here is the list of Texas cities
From Worst to Best Quality of Life:
- Brownsville (500th)
- Waco (490th)
- Corpus Christi (487th)
- Lubbock (481st)
- Killeen (478th)
- Laredo (470th)
- Garland (466th)
- Beaumont (459th)
- Grand Prairie (457th)
- Pasadena (451st)
- Irving (447th)
- Amarillo (439th)
- Mesquite (437th)
- Midland (435th)
- Denton (433rd)
- El Paso (430th)
- McAllen (425th)
- Fort Worth (422nd)
- Dallas (417th)
- Abilene (410th)
- Houston (403rd)
- Plano (162nd)
- Flower Mound (89th)
- McKinney (78th)
- Frisco (62nd)
- Allen (59th)
These rankings consider various factors, including safety, education, economic conditions, and environmental quality. Brownsville was ranked the worst, placing 500th overall, while Allen was the best among Texas cities, ranking 59th nationwide
Expert Opinions
Experts highlight the importance of employment opportunities, quality education, and robust healthcare systems for improving urban quality of life. Effective urban planning and strong job markets are crucial for transformation.
Improving these cities requires a multi-faceted approach, including better healthcare access, economic development, and community involvement. Consider biking, using energy-efficient appliances, and supporting local businesses to contribute to a better quality of life in your community.
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