Hi! I’m Keela McGraw, Arlington Texas Today co-founder and Realtor. I’d love to help you find your next home. Click here to search current homes for sale in the area.It’s a question you probably ask yourself when it’s time to move.
“Where’s a good place to raise kids?”
Whether you have kids or are planning to start a family soon, being in a city that is kid-friendly is important.
It may be the one of the reasons you live in Arlington now.
But if you’re looking for some real data that gives you an idea on where to raise your kids, here’s some news.
Arlington ranks #33 in the country for the best cities to raise children, according to a recent MyLife.com study. Arlington is the fifth best city in Texas behind Plano (#6), Austin (#11), El Paso (#26), and Houston (#29).
The MyLife.com study focused on the country’s largest cities and was based on the following factors:
- Crime Rate
- Public School Ranking
- Public Parks Per Capita
- Average Family Salary
- Cost of Living
Here’s the entire list.
It’s starting to be common to see Arlington ranking high in these types of “livability” studies. We recently shared how Arlington is a great place for first-time homebuyers.
If you’re looking for a home in Arlington, don’t miss our real estate guides.