The view of three bridges that meet over a river in Midland, MI.

Courtesy of Meg MCollister at shiftingthebalance.com

UPDATE: Check out our new 2023 Best Cities to Live in the U.S. list.

liv score
585
How We Calculate Our Data
Civics 82
Demographics 37
Economy 51
Education 57
Health 58
Housing 79
Infrastructure 49

#90. Midland, MI

The Dow Chemical Company was founded in Midland in 1897 and still has its world headquarters there. Forbes named Midland one of the “Best Small Cities in America to Raise a Family.” Cultural opportunities include theaters, concerts and museums, and residents have health-care options that include a 250-bed MidMichigan Medical Center – Midland. The community also has more than 100 places of worship and is nicknamed “City of Beautiful Churches.”

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