Kids & Family
Columbia Ranked 5th In Nation For Best Place To Raise A Family
According to WalletHub, Columbia ranks 5th in the nation for a best place to raise a family.
COLUMBIA, MD — Based on family fun, affordability, health and safety, education and child care, Columbia, Maryland, ranks 5th in the nation for the best place to raise a family in 2021, according to WalletHub.
WalletHub compared more than 180 U.S. cities based on 48 key metrics that consider essential family dynamics, such as the cost of housing, the quality of local school and healthcare systems, and the opportunities for fun and recreation. Columbia ranked 5th for the highest median family salary adjusted for the cost of living.
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