Which cities are best for women? Study highlights economic, health, and safety
A new study reveals which cities are best for women in terms of economic, health and safety concerns.
WalletHub said researchers looked at and compared 182 cities, honing on 15 different indicators of living standards for women. Those indicators included median yearly wages, unemployment rate, quality of women’s hospitals and access to preventative health care.
"Living in the right city can significantly improve a woman’s economic status, health, and safety," Christie Matherne, WalletHub Analyst, said on its website. "The best cities for women offer job security and high pay, enabling women to achieve greater financial independence."
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"They also prioritize safety, provide easily accessible medical care, and have high-quality hospitals, contributing to the best possible physical and mental health for women," she continued.
WEEHAWKEN, NJ - AUGUST 20: A woman takes a selfie in front of lower Manhattan and One World Trade Center as the sun sets in New York City on August 20, 2022, as seen from Weehawken New Jersey. (Photo by Gary Hershorn/Getty Images)
What is the best city for women?
According to WalletHub researchers, Columbia, MD, is the best city for women in 2024. Researchers cited the city has the highest median annual wages for women, as well as an excellent job market and a low unemployment rate. The city also has the 10th-best life expectancy for women at birth.
Researchers said the next two best cities for women are Fremont and Huntington Beach, both in California.
What are the best cities for women?
WalletHub has listed the best cities for women. You can read the full list here.