| liv score 658 How We Calculate Our Data |
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| Civics | 66 |
| Demographics | 42 |
| Economy | 82 |
| Education | 77 |
| Health | 67 |
| Housing | 69 |
| Infrastructure | 49 |
#21. Columbia, MO
Known as the “Athens of Missouri” for its striking style, Columbia has made repeated appearances on our Best Places to Live list due to quality-of-life features like a strong healthcare system, thriving downtown and the award-winning MKT Trail for hiking and biking.
In addition, the city is one of Livability.com’s Top 10 College Towns thanks to the University of Missouri (“Mizzou”) that plays a major role in Columbia’s economy and culture. Diverse housing options are available to students and residents, and “CoMo” lies within close proximity to Rock Bridge State Park, Mark Twain National Forest and the Big Muddy National Fish and Wildlife Refuge for easily accessible outdoor adventures.
Find out more about what makes Columbia a Best Place to Live.