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College Station continues to earn national recognition, most recently climbing nine spots to rank No. 25 on Livability.com's 2026 list of the best places to live in the United States.
The annual rankings evaluate mid-sized cities based on factors such as affordability, safety, education, economic stability and quality of life.
Explained
According to Livability, College Station's ranking was driven by these factors:
Livability's report on College Station reads in part, "A dynamic city with a strong sense of community, College Station is anchored by Texas A&M University and is all about the Aggies."
The report highlights the city's mix of university culture, steady economic growth and family-friendly amenities.
Did you know?
The Bryan-College Station area has been placed on several national lists in recent years, including recognition as a top destination for retirees by Realtor.com, Yahoo Finance and Forbes.
College Station also received high marks from Niche.com, ranking local public schools 11th nationally.
