Money Magazine recently came out with their list of the best places to live, and a handful of Northwest cities scatter the various lists.

On the list of best small towns, which amongst other factors took into account job opportunities, top-notch schools, neighborhood safety, economic strength, weather, and things to do, were three NW cities cracking the top 25… Mukilteo (#9), Sammamish (#15), and Newcastle (#18).

Meanwhile, Mercer Island flexed their money muscles and came in at 23 on the list of top earning towns with a population of 23,577, median family income of $146,570, and median home price of $754,000.

And for all of the single residents, you may want to consider a move to Kirkland, which came in at 22 on the list of best places for the rich and single with a population of 49,931, 30.8% single rate, and median family income of $101,056. Though a quick poll of local single people would likely reveal they feel that dating is a bit of an uphill battle in our area...

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