The 10 Best Cities in America that are consistently ranked highly in various categories such as livability, affordability, and job opportunities. 1. Austin, Texas. 2. Denver, Colorado. 3. Raleigh, North Carolina. 4. Seattle, Washington. 5. Portland, Oregon. 6. Minneapolis, Minnesota. 7. Charlotte, North Carolina. 8. Colorado Springs, Colorado. 9. Boise, Idaho. 10. Nashville, Tennessee. 3 cities offer a range of benefits from great weather and outdoor recreation to a thriving economy and cultural attraction. Thanks for watching.