The Hartford metro area has landed at no. 65 in the latest ranking of the 150 best places to live by U.S. News & World Report.
Just behind Kansas City and ahead of Rochester, the Hartford area was credited with “many cultural gems hidden amid rolling hills and wooded neighborhoods.”
“Today, Hartford’s central business district is home to a number of historic attractions and entertainment venues, and nearby vineyards, state parks and ski slopes provide plenty of recreational opportunities throughout the year,'' wrote Ross Levin in the latest “Best Places to Live” list. "Hartford attracts people from all walks of life, and its population is fairly diverse.