Fresno County city ranked among top 100 places to live in the US. Here’s why

Looking to move to a new city? A Fresno County city may be one of the best places to live in the nation. Clovis recently ranked among the Top 100 Best Places to Live in the US in 2025, according to Livability.com, an online resource aimed at helping small and mid-size cities, states and regions attract and retain residents and businesses.

Home Customer Service Stay Connected Read today's Edition People's Choice Awards Local Events News Vida en el Valle Sports Food & Entertainment Opinion Obituaries Video Featured Reality Check Uniquely Vida en el Valle Education Lab Best of Central California Shopping/Reviews Deals & Offers Press Releases Sponsored Content Classifieds Place an Ad - Celebrations Search Jobs Search Legal Notices Advertising Enjoy 3 months for $1.99! SUBSCRIBE LOCAL Fresno County city ranked among top 100 places to live in the US. Here’s why By Fernanda Galan June 3, 2025 5:00 AM Melvin Mason, also known as "Cousin Mel" and the "Mayor of Pollasky," plays music at restaurants and on the streets of Old Town Clovis with others to entertain shoppers and customers. By Eric Paul Zamora Flip the Script is a Bee series that challenges negative stereotypes (with the help of readers) by highlighting Fresno's remarkable assets and culture. Have a tip? Email tips@fresnobee.com. Looking to move to a new city? A Fresno County city may be one of the best places to live in the nation. Clovis recently ranked among the Top 100 Best Places to Live in the US in 2025, according to Livability.com, an online resource aimed at helping small and mid-size cities, states and regions attract and retain residents and businesses. TOP VIDEOS Livability.com scored cities based on economy, education, health, housing and other factors. The online resource focused on small to mid-size cities with populations between 75,000 and 500,000 people, and a median home value of $500,000 or less. “If you’re looking for your personal best place to live, we know what might be on your wishlist,” Livability.com said in its website. “You want to have it all: a shot at owning a home. Less time sitting in traffic. A safe and vibrant place where you can truly thrive.”

Flower Mound, Texas, was crowned the No. 1 place to live in the country thanks in part to the city’s “suburban charm and endless amenities.” The Texas city boasts “top-rated schools, a strong economy and plenty of parks,” the site said. Carmel, Indiana, came in second place due to its “thriving economy, award-winning schools and excellent health care options,” while Sugar Land, Texas, came in third place. Here’s where Clovis and other California cities ranked:

Why is Clovis one of the best places to live in US? Clovis ranked No. 22 on Livability.com’s list of the Top 100 Best Places to Live in the U.S. in 2025. The city, which is roughly a 15-minute drive from downtown Fresno, had an estimated population of 127,993 residents in 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Home Customer Service Stay Connected Read today's Edition People's Choice Awards Local Events News Vida en el Valle Sports Food & Entertainment Opinion Obituaries Video Featured Reality Check Uniquely Vida en el Valle Education Lab Best of Central California Shopping/Reviews Deals & Offers Press Releases Sponsored Content Classifieds Place an Ad - Celebrations Search Jobs Search Legal Notices Advertising Enjoy 3 months for $1.99! SUBSCRIBE LOCAL Fresno County city ranked among top 100 places to live in the US. Here’s why By Fernanda Galan June 3, 2025 5:00 AM Melvin Mason, also known as "Cousin Mel" and the "Mayor of Pollasky," plays music at restaurants and on the streets of Old Town Clovis with others to entertain shoppers and customers. By Eric Paul Zamora Flip the Script is a Bee series that challenges negative stereotypes (with the help of readers) by highlighting Fresno's remarkable assets and culture. Have a tip? Email tips@fresnobee.com. Looking to move to a new city? A Fresno County city may be one of the best places to live in the nation. Clovis recently ranked among the Top 100 Best Places to Live in the US in 2025, according to Livability.com, an online resource aimed at helping small and mid-size cities, states and regions attract and retain residents and businesses. TOP VIDEOS Livability.com scored cities based on economy, education, health, housing and other factors. The online resource focused on small to mid-size cities with populations between 75,000 and 500,000 people, and a median home value of $500,000 or less. “If you’re looking for your personal best place to live, we know what might be on your wishlist,” Livability.com said in its website. “You want to have it all: a shot at owning a home. Less time sitting in traffic. A safe and vibrant place where you can truly thrive.” Flower Mound, Texas, was crowned the No. 1 place to live in the country thanks in part to the city’s “suburban charm and endless amenities.” The Texas city boasts “top-rated schools, a strong economy and plenty of parks,” the site said. Carmel, Indiana, came in second place due to its “thriving economy, award-winning schools and excellent health care options,” while Sugar Land, Texas, came in third place. Here’s where Clovis and other California cities ranked: Historic Old Town Clovis “Gateway to the Sierras” sign over Clovis Avenue photographed in 2021. JOHN WALKER jwalker@fresnobee.com Why is Clovis one of the best places to live in US? Clovis ranked No. 22 on Livability.com’s list of the Top 100 Best Places to Live in the U.S. in 2025. The city, which is roughly a 15-minute drive from downtown Fresno, had an estimated population of 127,993 residents in 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Livability.com touted the city as a “warm, welcoming community with highly rated schools, exceptional quality of life and a relatively low cost of living in the San Joaquin Valley.” Clovis’ main draw is Old Town, which Livability.com described as a quaint yet thoroughly modern district “with eclectic dining spots, a hopping beer scene, vibrant nightlife and fabulous shopping.” Clovis residents have access to an “impressive number of doctors,” with 250 physicians per 100,000 residents, Livability.com said, as well as Clovis Community Medical Center, home to a Level I Trauma Center. Clovis also has a sunny climate and a “close proximity to natural wonders,” according to Livability.com. Clovis has an established reputation as one of California’s top spots to settle down. In April, Consumer Affairs named Clovis one of the best cities to move to in California, The Fresno Bee previously reported. The Fresno County city ranked No. 1 on Niche’s list of the Best Places to Live in the Fresno Area in 2024.

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