Two California suburbs located far from the coast named best places to live in the state

According to a new list compiled by Livability, Elk Grove and Clovis have been named the best places to live in California. Livability's rankings are based on extensive data analysis of thousands of U.S. cities, taking into account factors such as the economy, housing affordability, amenities, transportation, safety, education, and healthcare.

Livability partnered with Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS) to develop a comprehensive methodology, using nearly 100 data points to determine the best cities to live in the U.S. Elk Grove and Clovis earned their spots on the prestigious list, recognized for offering a high quality of life, excellent community amenities, and strong economic opportunities.

Livability's rankings are based on extensive data analysis of thousands of U.S. citiesPhoto byPaul HanaokaonUnsplash