Hold on to your hats, ChumCity! Huntsville, previously a darling of the "Best Places to Live" list, has seen a surprising tumble in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings. Remember when Huntsville was the king of the Yellowhammer State, snagging the #1, #2, and then #7 spots in recent years? Well, folks, this year the Rocket City lands at a rather distant number 85. Ouch! According to U.S. News, the ranking shakeup is due to an expanded evaluation process. They looked at over 850 cities this time around, broadening the scope and giving us a deeper dive into community-level living. So, while it might seem like a huge drop, it's all relative! So who snatched the crown? This year, Johns Creek, Georgia, takes the national top spot. And in Alabama? It's Hoover that's struttin' its stuff! Boasting a strong safety record and even being home to a national cybercrime training facility, Hoover is definitely one to watch. Joining Hoover in the top 250 are Decatur (at 13, Daphne (at 182), and Dothan (at 19. Looks like Alabama's got more than one trick up its sleeve!Rocket City's Ranking Takes a Dive!
From Top Dog to...85th?!
What Happened?
Alabama's New Champ
Other Alabama Cities Making Waves
