Washington D.C. Named America's Least Desirable City for Second Year
High living costs and rising crime rates contribute to the U.S. capital's declining appeal.
Overview
- A survey by Clever found 33% of respondents ranked Washington D.C. among the top five worst cities.
- The city saw 274 murders in 2023, the highest in over two decades.
- 65% of Americans believe high living costs make a place unlivable, with D.C. being a prime example.
- New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco also ranked poorly due to unaffordable housing markets.
- Conversely, Tampa, Florida, was rated the most desirable city, praised for its affordable housing and low crime.