<!-- wp:html --><p>Lincoln, Nebraska, is among the best cities for homebuyers in the US.</p>
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<p>Neighborhood ranking site Niche has determined the best cities to buy a house in the US in 2023.<br />
Housing costs versus incomes, public school quality, and cost of living factored into the ranking.<br />
The Houston, Texas, suburb of The Woodlands ranked No. 1, followed by Overland Park, Kansas.</p>
<p>The best places to live come at a cost: they're often expensive, with home prices at or above the national median. </p>
<p>But a new list of the best cities to buy homes takes some of the financial headache out of the equation by ranking locations based not only on quality of life factors like good schools and a low cost of living but also by prioritizing places where housing prices are in step with incomes. The upshot: some of these cities may be pricier, but they're worth it.</p>
<p>From on-the-map locales in Indiana to zip codes in Texas, neighborhood and school ranking site Niche has honed in on <a href="https://www.niche.com/places-to-live/search/best-cities-to-buy-a-house/">the best cities for homebuyers in 2023</a>. </p>
<p>In order to compile the list Niche graded each place by using data and aggregate surveys. <a href="https://www.niche.com/about/methodology/best-places-to-buy-a-house/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Some of the factors it considered</a> were income versus typical home values, cost of living, public school ranking, property tax, crime, and safety. </p>
<p>Here are the 15 best cities to buy a home in America right now, according to Niche.</p>
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<div class="slide-title">15. Clarksville, Tennessee</div>
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<p><strong><a href="https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/clarksvillecitytennessee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Population, per the US Census</a>:</strong> 170,597</p>
<p><strong>Median home value:</strong> $172,700</p>
<p><strong>Median household income</strong>: $58,853</p>
<p><strong>Resident review:</strong> One current resident says that the schools are great here and dining options are too. They also said there are a lot of affordable homes for sale. "Clarksville is an amazing place to raise a family," they wrote. </p>
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<div class="slide-title">14. Lincoln, Nebraska</div>
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<p><strong><a href="https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/lincolncitynebraska" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Population, per the US Census</a>:</strong> 292,657</p>
<p><strong>Median home value</strong>: $193,800</p>
<p><strong>Median household income</strong>: $62,566</p>
<p><strong>Resident review</strong>: One current resident said they moved here for college and never left. They love its music, arts, businesses, and small-town feel. "The best kept secret is that it is actually a wonderfully unique place to live," they wrote. It's cold in the winter but "we can't all live in Hawaii."</p>
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<div class="slide-title">13. Cedar Rapids, Iowa</div>
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<p><strong><a href="https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/cedarrapidscityiowa/PST045221" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Population, per the US Census</a>:</strong> 136,467</p>
<p><strong>Median home value:</strong> $149,000</p>
<p><strong>Median household income: </strong>$63,170</p>
<p><strong>Resident review:</strong> One current resident said that there are tons of dining options and events throughout the city — and it's a great place to raise a family. They wrote that the city is "doing some work to help climate change but not enough" and think that "overall it's a fantastic place." </p>
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<div class="slide-title">12. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania</div>
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<p><a href="https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/pittsburghcitypennsylvania" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Population, per the US Census</strong></a><strong>:</strong> 400,431</p>
<p><strong>Median home value:</strong> $147,600</p>
<p><strong>Median household income</strong>: $54,306</p>
<p><strong>Resident review</strong>: One current resident said that Pittsburgh has the best of both worlds: city life not far from the country. "You're in the city but seconds later you're immersed in lush, quiet green spaces," they wrote. The downside? Winters are harsh, they said, and potholes are rampant. But, "all-in-all, I find my city to be friendly, kind, welcoming, and inclusive," they said. </p>
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<div class="slide-title">11. South Bend, Indiana</div>
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<p><strong><a href="https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/southbendcityindiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Population, per the US Census</a>:</strong> 103,353</p>
<p><strong>Median home value:</strong> $95,500</p>
<p><strong>Median household income:</strong> $46,002</p>
<p><strong>Resident review</strong>: One current resident said that South Bend — which borders the University of Notre Dame — has an abundance of activities from NCAA Division 1 sports games to ice skating. "South Bend is a mix of the past in a growing future," they said. "Living in a place like this is both fun and adventurous." </p>
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<div class="slide-title">10. Lexington, Kentucky</div>
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<p><a href="https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/lexingtonfayetteurbancountykentucky,KY/PST045221" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Population, per the US Census</strong></a><strong>:</strong> 321,793</p>
<p><strong>Median home value</strong>: $216,800</p>
<p><strong>Median household income</strong>: $61,526</p>
<p><strong>Resident review</strong>: One current resident said that Lexington, Kentucky, has it all: great dining, hotels, derby parties, sports, housing, and more. "Lexington, Kentucky, is ever-growing, artistic, industrial, and community-minded," they wrote. </p>
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<div class="slide-title">9. Columbia, Maryland</div>
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<p><a href="https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/columbiacdpmaryland/PST045221" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Population, per the US Census</strong></a><strong>:</strong> 104,681</p>
<p><strong>Median home value</strong>: $399,000</p>
<p><strong>Median household income</strong>: $113,592</p>
<p><strong>Resident review</strong>: One current resident said there are a lot of opportunities to be active here. "I love Columbia's outreach and wonderful ways to enjoy Maryland's nature," they wrote. </p>
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<div class="slide-title">8. Plano, Texas</div>
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<p><strong><a href="https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/planocitytexas" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Population, per the US Census</a>:</strong> 588,253</p>
<p><strong>Median home value:</strong> $358,100</p>
<p><strong>Median household income: </strong>$99,729</p>
<p><strong>Resident review:</strong> One former resident said that Plano is a great option for those who want to live near a big city like Dallas without actually living in a city. "Almost everything is very easily accessible and it's just a short drive to get to all of the fun in the Dallas area," they wrote. "Downtown Plano has a small city-life feel, and I think it's absolutely adorable."</p>
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<div class="slide-title">7. Fort Wayne, Indiana</div>
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<p><strong><a href="https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/fortwaynecityindiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Population, per the US Census</a>:</strong> 265,974</p>
<p><strong>Median home value:</strong> $130,700</p>
<p><strong>Median household income: </strong>$53,978</p>
<p><strong>Resident review:</strong> One resident that was born and raised in California, and has lived in Fort Wayne for 10 years, said they own a local business and are raising their three children there. They love how the city is growing, and how affordable it is.</p>
<p>"Overall my experience has been fantastic due to the very manageable cost of living, the incredible people I have made friends with, and the family-oriented environment," they wrote. </p>
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<div class="slide-title">6. Sioux Falls, South Dakota</div>
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<p><strong><a href="https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/siouxfallscitysouthdakota" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Population, per the US Census</a>: </strong>196,528</p>
<p><strong>Median home value:</strong> $218,600</p>
<p><strong>Median household income</strong>: $66,761</p>
<p><strong>Resident review:</strong> One current resident said Sioux Falls is her favorite place in South Dakota. "Sioux Falls has certainly been a joy," she wrote. "The people here are kind" and "the food options keep getting better every year." </p>
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<div class="slide-title">5. Huntsville, Alabama</div>
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<p><strong><a href="https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/huntsvillecityalabama" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Population, per the US Census</a>:</strong> 216,963</p>
<p><strong>Median home value:</strong> $194,500</p>
<p><strong>Median household income:</strong> $60,959</p>
<p><strong>Resident review:</strong> One resident who was born and raised in Huntsville said that the city has grown and evolved over the past five years, citing that it's increasingly great for families and there are a ton of new activities for everyone to enjoy.</p>
<p>"I used to think I would eventually move away from Huntsville to a more connected and more entertaining city," they wrote. "But with all the recent changes I see myself really settling into my hometown." </p>
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<div class="slide-title">4. Rochester, Minnesota</div>
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<p><strong><a href="https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/rochestercityminnesota/POP060210" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Population, per the US Census</a>: </strong>121,465</p>
<p><strong>Median home value: </strong>$236,400</p>
<p><strong>Median household income:</strong> $79,159</p>
<p><strong>Resident review:</strong> A current resident said that Rochester has a small-town feel "no matter what neighborhood or business you choose to visit." They added, "It is becoming a cultural hub for a cascade of different cultures and events that ensure anyone who visits or stays has a wonderful time."</p>
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<div class="slide-title">3. Naperville, Illinois</div>
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<p><strong><a href="https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/napervillecityillinois" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Population, per the US Census</a>:</strong> 149,104</p>
<p><strong>Median home value:</strong> $433,400</p>
<p><strong>Median household income: </strong>$135,772</p>
<p><strong>Resident review:</strong> A current resident called Naperville "one of the greatest US suburbs." They wrote that the public school system is strong and prepared them well for higher education and life after high school in general. They added that Naperville has a vibrant downtown area, many local businesses, and lots of parks to visit. </p>
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<p><strong><a href="https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/overlandparkcitykansas" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Population, per the US Census</a>:</strong> 197,106</p>
<p><strong>Median home value:</strong> $314,500</p>
<p><strong>Median household income:</strong> $92,769</p>
<p><strong>Resident review:</strong> One former resident, who wrote that they were part of a mixed-race family, said they "appreciated the diversity of the area." On top of that, they said that Overland Park has tons for families to do and its schools are great. </p>
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<p><strong><a href="https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/thewoodlandscdptexas" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Population, per the US Census</a>:</strong> 114,436</p>
<p><strong>Median home value: </strong>$390,800</p>
<p><strong>Median household income:</strong> $130,011</p>
<p><strong>Resident review: </strong>One current resident wrote that The Woodlands is "honestly, the perfect place to live," though they did note that living well there will likely cost a lot. Still, they wrote that if you can afford the price tag, "it will give you access to many good public schools, a safe neighborhood, and multiple job opportunities in the area."</p>
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Lincoln, Nebraska, is among the best cities for homebuyers in the US.
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Neighborhood ranking site Niche has determined the best cities to buy a house in the US in 2023.
Housing costs versus incomes, public school quality, and cost of living factored into the ranking.
The Houston, Texas, suburb of The Woodlands ranked No. 1, followed by Overland Park, Kansas.
The best places to live come at a cost: they’re often expensive, with home prices at or above the national median.
But a new list of the best cities to buy homes takes some of the financial headache out of the equation by ranking locations based not only on quality of life factors like good schools and a low cost of living but also by prioritizing places where housing prices are in step with incomes. The upshot: some of these cities may be pricier, but they’re worth it.
From on-the-map locales in Indiana to zip codes in Texas, neighborhood and school ranking site Niche has honed in on the best cities for homebuyers in 2023.
In order to compile the list Niche graded each place by using data and aggregate surveys. Some of the factors it considered were income versus typical home values, cost of living, public school ranking, property tax, crime, and safety.
Here are the 15 best cities to buy a home in America right now, according to Niche.
15. Clarksville, Tennessee
A butterfly sits on a flower in Clarksville, Tennessee.
Resident review: One current resident says that the schools are great here and dining options are too. They also said there are a lot of affordable homes for sale. “Clarksville is an amazing place to raise a family,” they wrote.
Resident review: One current resident said they moved here for college and never left. They love its music, arts, businesses, and small-town feel. “The best kept secret is that it is actually a wonderfully unique place to live,” they wrote. It’s cold in the winter but “we can’t all live in Hawaii.”
Resident review: One current resident said that there are tons of dining options and events throughout the city — and it’s a great place to raise a family. They wrote that the city is “doing some work to help climate change but not enough” and think that “overall it’s a fantastic place.”
Resident review: One current resident said that Pittsburgh has the best of both worlds: city life not far from the country. “You’re in the city but seconds later you’re immersed in lush, quiet green spaces,” they wrote. The downside? Winters are harsh, they said, and potholes are rampant. But, “all-in-all, I find my city to be friendly, kind, welcoming, and inclusive,” they said.
Resident review: One current resident said that South Bend — which borders the University of Notre Dame — has an abundance of activities from NCAA Division 1 sports games to ice skating. “South Bend is a mix of the past in a growing future,” they said. “Living in a place like this is both fun and adventurous.”
Resident review: One current resident said that Lexington, Kentucky, has it all: great dining, hotels, derby parties, sports, housing, and more. “Lexington, Kentucky, is ever-growing, artistic, industrial, and community-minded,” they wrote.
Resident review: One current resident said there are a lot of opportunities to be active here. “I love Columbia’s outreach and wonderful ways to enjoy Maryland’s nature,” they wrote.
Resident review: One former resident said that Plano is a great option for those who want to live near a big city like Dallas without actually living in a city. “Almost everything is very easily accessible and it’s just a short drive to get to all of the fun in the Dallas area,” they wrote. “Downtown Plano has a small city-life feel, and I think it’s absolutely adorable.”
Resident review: One resident that was born and raised in California, and has lived in Fort Wayne for 10 years, said they own a local business and are raising their three children there. They love how the city is growing, and how affordable it is.
“Overall my experience has been fantastic due to the very manageable cost of living, the incredible people I have made friends with, and the family-oriented environment,” they wrote.
Resident review: One current resident said Sioux Falls is her favorite place in South Dakota. “Sioux Falls has certainly been a joy,” she wrote. “The people here are kind” and “the food options keep getting better every year.”
Resident review: One resident who was born and raised in Huntsville said that the city has grown and evolved over the past five years, citing that it’s increasingly great for families and there are a ton of new activities for everyone to enjoy.
“I used to think I would eventually move away from Huntsville to a more connected and more entertaining city,” they wrote. “But with all the recent changes I see myself really settling into my hometown.”
Resident review: A current resident said that Rochester has a small-town feel “no matter what neighborhood or business you choose to visit.” They added, “It is becoming a cultural hub for a cascade of different cultures and events that ensure anyone who visits or stays has a wonderful time.”
Resident review: A current resident called Naperville “one of the greatest US suburbs.” They wrote that the public school system is strong and prepared them well for higher education and life after high school in general. They added that Naperville has a vibrant downtown area, many local businesses, and lots of parks to visit.
Resident review: One former resident, who wrote that they were part of a mixed-race family, said they “appreciated the diversity of the area.” On top of that, they said that Overland Park has tons for families to do and its schools are great.
Resident review: One current resident wrote that The Woodlands is “honestly, the perfect place to live,” though they did note that living well there will likely cost a lot. Still, they wrote that if you can afford the price tag, “it will give you access to many good public schools, a safe neighborhood, and multiple job opportunities in the area.”
