Boca Raton, Florida, is an affluent city on the Atlantic coast. With a population of 97,468 in 2019, the city has a large retired community because it is a popular retirement destination. The largest employers are Tyco Integrated Security, Office Depot, GeoGroup, and Florida Atlantic University.
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The biggest industries are professional, scientific, and technical services, while the sectors that pay the highest are mining, quarrying, and oil & gas extraction. Boca Raton is one of the wealthier towns to live in, with a family earning $71,678, while the national household median income is $55,775.
Boca Raton is a posh town that has strict zoning codes that maintain its aesthetic. It is a beautiful coastal town with most of its buildings designed in the Mediterranean and Spanish colonial style that annually attracts many tourists. It is known for its pristine beaches.
Some top tourist attractions are the famous Red Reef Park with the unmatched Red Reef Executive Golf Course and the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center.
Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria in Virginia has a population of 157,613 according to 2019 statistics and is located on the Potomac River. One of its prominent features is its Old Town, so-called because of its late seventeenth and nineteenth-century buildings. Like Boca Raton, Alexandria‘s largest industries are professional, scientific & technical services, public administration, and health care & social assistance.
In contrast, the highest paying ones are public administration, insurance and finance, and professional, which is different from Boca Raton.
Like Boca Raton, Alexandria’s median household income is over the national average at $65,211. Alexandria is best known for its historical buildings and colonial history. Unlike Boca Raton, primarily known for its beaches, Alexandria‘s leading tourism attractions are based on its history.
Favorites include Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum opened in 1792, Mt. Vernon, George Washington’s home. For nature lovers, Mt. Vernon Trail and Dora Kelley Nature Park 18-mile paved walking and biking trail that parallels the George Washington Memorial Parkway and the Potomac River.
Cranston, Rhode Island
Cranston is a city in the county of Providence in Rhode Island. The liberal city is home to 81,254 people, according to 2019 statistics. Unlike Boca Raton, Cranston’s population is mostly professionals.
Previously named Pawtuxet, the liberal city has lots to do with vibrant nightlife, lots of festivals, and outdoor festivals. Places you can visit include scenic towns such as Pawtuxet Village, the historical Governor William Sprague Mansion, Narragansett Park, one of the original auto racetracks in the United States, and Park Theatre built in 1924. Other exciting places to visit are the National Historic Districts of Lippitt Hill, Furnace Brook, and Oaklawn Village.
The biggest employers in Cranston are Lifespan Finance, the United States Department of Navy, the Rhode Island Hospital, and Brown University Corp Office. The industries with the most employees in Cranston are healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. In comparison, Boca Raton’s largest industries are professional, scientific, and technical services.
The top-paying employers are in the management of companies and enterprises, and public administration sectors. Like Boca Raton, Cranston’s households will be paid $62,000, which is higher than the national household median income.
Nashua, New Hampshire
Nashua is deemed the most livable city in New Hampshire. It is in Hillsborough County and had a population of 87,975 people in 2019. The city enjoys good weather. It has been named twice The Best Place to Live in America by Money Magazine.
The major industries are retail, manufacturing, healthcare, defense, and information services, unlike Boca Raton. The companies with the most employees are the University System of New Hampshire, Trustees of Dartmouth College, and Fidelity Investments. Like Boca Raton, Nashua is a cosmopolitan city that is a mix of city conveniences and rural New England charm.
Some of the must-visit places are Mine Falls Park, two museums run by the Nashua Historical Society, and the Holman Stadium. The local breweries and distilleries are a great way to experience the local beers.
Newton, Massachusetts
Newton in Massachusetts is in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. Fondly referred to as The Garden City, because of the amount of green space, it had a population of 88,593 in 2019. It was one of the highest educated cities, with over 75 percent of the adults having a college education.
Like Boca Raton, Newton is an affluent city and is rated the eighth highest-earning for the average household even though it has a high cost of living. Leading employers include Boston College Health Services, Communities Without Borders, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Jewish Community Center of Greater Boston, Wegmans, Ascensus College Savings, Bournewood Hospital, and The Cheesecake Factory
Newton, like Boca Raton, has a rich history and the basis of its attractions, for instance, Newton History Museum at the Jackson Homestead, which is best known for its history as a stop on the Underground Railroad, Heartbreak Hill, 33-acre Crystal Lake, and Lasell College.
Johns Creek, Georgia
Johns Creek is in Fulton County in Georgia. In 2019 the population was 83,999. The city is suburban with a sparse feel, and most residents own their homes. With an average household income of $115,402 per year, the city is one of the well-to-do cities in the United States, like Boca Raton.
The largest industries in John Creek are professional, scientific & technical services, and retail trade. At the same time, the top employers are Alcon Laboratories Inc, Macy’s Systems and Technology, and State Farm Insurance Companies.
Johns Creek has plenty of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Johns Creek residents have access to a remarkable number of leisure venues, with approximately 320 eating locations per 100,000 city residents, one of the higher concentrations in the nation.
Maple Grove, Minnesota
Maple Grove is located in Hennepin County, Minnesota, with a population of 70,627 based on 2019 statistics. Maple Grove is known for its maple trees and maple syrup. It is not a popular tourist destination, unlike Boca Raton, but it has several sites that are worth a visit.
For outdoor lovers, Elm Creek Park Reserve is a family-friendly outdoor space with paved walking trails and children’s play areas and the Fish Lake regional park where you can fish or swim, and there is a playground. Omni Brewing is a must-visit for freshly brewed local beer.
The biggest employers in Maple Grove are Great River Energy, Nortech Systems, and Data Recognition. The main sectors in Maple Grove are manufacturing, which employs the most people, health care and social assistance; and professional, scientific, and technical services, Boca Raton’s top industries.
Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
Broken Arrow, located in Tulsa County, which is in the Northeastern part of Oklahoma, is one of the most affordable cities in the country. With a population of 108,496 as of 2019, the city is known for its green vegetation, hills, and lakes. Like Boca Raton, Broken Arrow has a laid-back and relaxed feel. The major attractions in Broken Arrow range from museums to historical gems moderated by the Broken Arrow Historical Society to an Old West village.
Hackley Park is a family-friendly outdoor space, and Broken Arrow Community Playhouse and the Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center showcase some of the local talents that Oklahoma has to offer.
Like Boca Raton, Broken Arrow residents are relatively wealthy. Broken Arrow has several Oklahoma manufacturers, including flight simulator developer FlightSafety International, oilfield machinery manufacturer Zeeco, and ice cream maker Blue Bell Creameries.
Woodbury, Minnesota
In Washington County in Minnesota, Woodbury is known for its approximately 3,100 acres of parkland and eight small lakes, most with public parks and pathways. This quaint city is home to 69,906, as per 2019 statistics. The most prominent industries that employ the most people are health care and social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. Companies that use the most people are Assurant, Dean Foods, EcoWater Systems, and Summit Orthopaedics, and Target.
Woodbury is a well-to-do city with a home earning $101,481, almost double the annual $55,775 household income annually. Compared to Boca Raton, Woodbury has better income prospects. The main attraction in Woodbury, unlike Boca Raton’s beaches, is its parks. With plenty of park space, there are a variety of small gardens.
There is a connecting trail system running through the city, bridging the parks into a cohesive whole. You can watch a film at Ojibway Park and take the children to Madison’s playground at Healtheast Sports Center or Fish at Powers Lake Park.
O’Fallon, Missouri
O’Fallon is located in St. Louis in Missouri. With a population of 87,242 in 2019, the city has a history of trade and industry. It has several cultural attractions such as Alligator’s Creek Aquatic Center, O’Fallon Historical Society’s Log Cabin Museum, Renaud Center, Zumwalt’s Fort – Rebuilt War of 1812 settler fort, Veterans Memorial Walk, and many others.
Unlike Boca Raton, the foremost sectors are education, health care, manufacturing, and government, while the leading employers are Mastercard, Citi, and SAK Construction.
Gaithersburg, Maryland
Gaithersburg is a city in Montgomery County, Maryland. With a population of 67,742 in 2019, it has fewer people compared to Boca Raton. It is a relatively wealthy city and compared to Boca Raton, they are similar in income, with a Gaithersburg household earning $68,848.
The primary industries in the city are professional, scientific, and technical services, and health care and social assistance, identical to Boca Raton. In contrast, the highest paying industries are public services, manufacturing, professional, scientific, and technical services.
Gaithersburg is famous for its restaurants which serve a variety of cuisines. Bohrer Park at Summit Hall, The Arts Barn, The Gaithersburg Community Museum, and Schaeffer Farms Mountain Bike Trail are must-visit locations.
Charleston, South Carolina
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Charleston is in South Carolina and is the largest city in the state. It was founded in 1670 as a city to serve the port and is known for its quaint cobblestone streets, horse-drawn carriages, and pastel antebellum houses. Some historic sites include Battery promenade and Waterfront Park, which overlooks Charleston Harbor, Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War rang out, and Ravenel Bridge, lighthouses.
With a population of 135,257 based on 2019 statistics, the city is famous for its warm climate, similar to Boca Raton. The primary industries in Charleston are agriculture, aerospace and aviation, automotive, manufacturing, and tourism. The leading employers are Joint Base Charleston, Medical University of South Carolina, Boeing, Charleston County School District, and Roper St. Francis Healthcare.
New Rochelle, New York
New Rochelle is located in Westchester County, New York. As of 2019, there was a population of 79,067. Like Boca Raton, New Rochelle is home to some of the wealthiest neighborhoods in the country and has an income of $76,496 compared to Boca Raton’s $71,678.
The most prominent industries in New Rochelle are health care, educational services, and retail trade. In contrast, the highest paying industries are management of companies and enterprises, utilities, finance, and insurance.
New Rochelle has a historic downtown district with a Walk of Fame, art galleries, cinemas, well-rated restaurants, and boutique shopping. The modern city has public parks, a municipal marina, beautiful waterfront parks, and an internationally flavored food scene. New Rochelle must-see places include Thomas Paine Cottage Museum, Glen Island Park, and tasty food at several restaurants.
Longmont, Colorado
Longmont is a city located in the Boulder and Weld Counties in Colorado. It is a Home Rule Municipality that can exercise power unless expressly prohibited from doing so by state law. Based on 2019 statistics, it had a population of 94,445. Compared to Boca Raton, it has more people.
It is known for its famous craft beer, and Left Hand Brewing Company and Oskar Blues Brewery are the most prominent craft brewers. Some of the other places to visit are Wibby Brewing, Longmont Museum, and Cultural Center,
Unlike Boca Raton, the largest industries in Longmont are manufacturing, health care, and retail trade. In contrast, the highest paying industries are utilities, professional, scientific, and technical services, and city service. The leading employers are Earth Technology, Crocs, and Lucky’s Market. Boca Raton and Longmont are similar in the cost of living and earning power.
Centennial, Colorado
With a 110, 218 population based on the 2019 census, Centennial is in Arapahoe County, Colorado, and is a Home Rule Municipality. A city like Boca Raton has a high income and a low cost of living. However, it is more expensive to live in Centennial than Boca Raton, with the average price of a family home being $463,700 and $341,500, respectively. The largest industries in Centennial are professional, scientific, and technical services, health care, and educational services.
The highest paying industries, similar to Boca Raton, are mining, quarrying, and oil & gas extraction. Some of the leading employers in the city are Comcast, Arrow Electronics, UnitedHealthcare, and Centura Health.
Centennial has some great outdoor attractions like the Resolute Brewing Company, Centennial Gun Club, and places such as the historic 17 Mile House Farm Park, Centennial Center Park, Family Sports Golf Course, Lollipop Park, and Cherry Creek Valley Ecological Park, all great for the whole family.
Lake Forest, California
Lake Forest is a city in Orange County, California. It had a population of 83,974 in 2019. Originally named El Toro, Lake Forest is a city that cares for its natural environment. The city is home to more than 20 green parks, two of which are county parks – Whiting Ranch Regional Wilderness Park & Heritage Hill Historical Park, and a beautiful lake.
Some places to visit in the city are Serrano Creek Community Park, Lake Forest Golf and Practice Center for golf players, Arden Helena Modjeska Historic House and Gardens, and Modjeska Playhouse.
Lake Forest is less affluent compared to Boca Raton but living there is more expensive. The cost of a family house in Boca Raton is $341,500, while in Lake Forest, it is $717,700. The leading employers in the city are Panasonic Avionics, Loan Depot, Invensys, and Apria Healthcare Group.
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