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Best Cities to Work and Live: Chicago

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Best Cities to Work and Live: Chicago

Rank: 9
Workers who would like to move there: 6%
Median household income: $45,505
Median home value: $234,643
Annual home price change: -8.9%

Chicago, hometown of President-elect Barack Obama, is the third-largest city in the U.S. and is one of its major financial centers. The city is known for its architecture, museums, shopping, and nightlife. The area's top employers include Jewel-Osco supermarkets, United Airlines, and J.P. Morgan. The city's best attributes, according to the survey, include entertainment options, affordability, and personal and professional opportunity.