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Best Cities to Work and Live: Phoenix

Best Cities to Work and Live: Phoenix

Rank: 8
Workers who would like to move there: 6%
Median household income: $48,061
Median home value: $176,176
Annual home price change: -20.2%

Phoenix, one of the nation's largest cities, has become a popular place for retirees because of its warm climate and affordable housing, which keeps getting more affordable with the rising tide of foreclosures and plummeting home prices. The area also has plenty of opportunities for golfing, hiking, biking, and camping. Phoenix's top employers include Allied Waste Industries, the Apollo Group, and PetSmart. Environment and affordability are the city's best attributes, according to the survey.


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