The Economist Intelligence Unit released its Global Liveability Index 2024, ranking cities worldwide based on various factors. Vienna, Austria, was ranked the best city to live in globally, while Honolulu was ranked as the best city in the U.S. due to factors like education, infrastructure, and stability.
Key Points
Vienna, Austria, ranked as the best city to live globally.
Honolulu ranked 23rd globally and first in the U.S. for livability.
Atlanta, Georgia, ranked 29th globally and second in the U.S. for livability.
Pros
Honolulu ranked as the best U.S. city to live in due to high scores in education, infrastructure, and stability.
Atlanta, Georgia, ranked as the second-best city to live in the U.S. and has seen rapid growth in people founding their own companies.
Cons
Living in Honolulu is expensive due to high cost of living, including high gas prices and rent increases.
Smaller cities in the U.S. outperforming bigger metropolitan areas is a trend noted in the report.