KENTUCKY ( FOX 56 ) — Two Kentucky cities made Money magazine’s 50 best places to live in the U.S. in 2024.
“This year’s Best Places to Live list celebrates cities and towns where a thriving economy meets affordability, diversity and an exceptional quality of life,” Money said.
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Covington and Lexington were among the 50 to be recognized by the magazine.
To determine the rankings, Money said it tried something new in 2024.
“Instead of using a predetermined dataset to whittle thousands of American cities down to a ‘winning’ 50, we crafted our list from the ground up through meticulous research and in-depth reporting — paying special attention to those deeply invested in the livability, equity and sustainability of their communities,” the magazine said . “We asked readers for suggestions, too, in a newsletter poll that produced hundreds of responses. (Some of which, like Buffalo, New York and Lexington, Kentucky, ended up making the cut.)”