West Hartford and Fairfield have found their way onto Money Magazine’s list of 50 top places to live in the country.
Fairfield is ranked 44th on the list, followed by West Hartford at 45th. McKinney, Texas, tops the list, followed by Maple Grove, Minnesota; Carmel, Indiana; Castle Rock, Colorado and Kirkland, Washington.
Cities and towns on the list have populations of between 50,000 and 300,000 and were chosen according to 50 factors, including local economy, housing market and schools, Money Magazine says.
In choosing Fairfield, the magazine noted the city’s convenient commute to New York City, lively downtown area, strong school system, solid job market and popular outdoor attractions, including Lake Mohegan and the beaches along the Long Island Sound.
West Hartford was noted for its bustling town center, complete with shopping, nightlife and entertainment selections ranging from the regional theater, Playhouse on the Park, to classical performances by the West Hartford Symphony Orchestra.
The list appears in the magazine’s September 2014 issue.
