Top 100: Best Cities to Raise a Family in the South

Relocating to a new part of the country can be an intimidating task, especially if you’re moving your entire family. As more of the population shifts to a remote work lifestyle, many are rethinking where they live and want to find the best city for raising their kids.

The South is known for its rich history, hearty foods, country and jazz music, and a slower- paced lifestyle that differs greatly from the north.

According to the 2019 U.S. Census report, America’s so-called “dixie” or the deep south accounted for more than 38% of the nation's population, the highest of all regions. From Louisiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Virginia - more than 125 million people call the South their home.

If down-home cooking, southern hospitality, country music, and a slower pace are your style, then this list of Top 100: Best Places to Raise a Family in the South will help you get started determining where you may want to move.

Dwellics analyzed data on over 20,000 Southern cities to compile a list of the Top 100: Best Places to Raise a Family in the South. Among the ranking factors included quality of education, community (percentage of married households with school-aged children), climate comfort (days between 50-90 degrees Fahrenheit), infrastructure (number of parks, outdoor activities, internet speeds), safety (natural disaster risks, crime), and finances (childcare costs, property prices, and cost of living).