The Brief
- Atlanta ranked 41st in WalletHub’s new list of the best U.S. cities to raise a family in 2026.
- Atlanta scored especially well for family fun and affordability but struggled in health, safety and socio-economic rankings.
- Augusta landed near the bottom of the national rankings at No. 172 overall.
ATLANTA – Families looking for the best place to settle down may want to keep Atlanta on their radar — at least according to a new national study.
What we know:
Personal finance website WalletHub released its 2026 rankings for the best and worst cities to raise a family, comparing more than 180 cities across dozens of categories including schools, affordability, safety, recreation and economic stability.…