St. Louis is also great for those looking to raise their kids, as there are many fun activities—like museum and zoo visits, baseball games, and parks—as well as a strong public-school system.
It does feature four distinct seasons (unlike some places, like California and Florida), but can also experience extreme weather events like tornadoes and flooding.
If you’re after a more urban experience rather than a suburban one, many people enjoy living in downtown St. Louis as it combines the benefits of urban life with the feel of a smaller city.