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.

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.