Searching for the best cities to live in Florida? Compare housing, costs, schools, jobs, safety, culture, and weather resilience. See why Tallahassee tops the 2025 list, followed by St. Petersburg, Gainesville, and more.

A panel of experts ranks the 10 best places to raise a family in 2025—ranked by housing affordability, school quality, safety, enrichment, and job growth. A Florida city takes the #1 spot, and each runner-up excels in at least one pillar—schools, safety, outdoor access, or jobs—making it a worthy option for families with different priorities.