Best & Worst Places To Raise A Family – Where Does Bismarck Stand?

This article will be easy to write - some of us have lived in different cities around the country

Whether it's because of your job, or maybe you grew up in a military family, so many people are quite used to living in different cities around the country. Raising a family is so important when your environment suits all of your needs - WalletHub.com put out this study based on many factors. Cost of living, of course, being is a major reason.

WalletHub compared more than 180 cities

This study was done focused on families - therefore, some of the obvious points made - "...essential family dynamics, such as the cost of housing, the quality of local school and health-care systems, and the opportunities for fun and recreation"  Have you ever gone back to a city you grew up in and found yourself shocked on all the changes. Whether it be a smaller city or a large one, transportation and getting around is huge, especially with the price of gas.

"Finding the best place to raise a family is difficult" 

Chip Lupo, WalletHub Analyst, had this to say “Finding the best place to raise a family is difficult, between balancing an affordable cost of living with good educational opportunities, safety and enough recreation to keep kids entertained. On top of all of these factors, people also often want to raise their children close to their extended family"

Top 5 Places To Raise A Family In 2025

1. Fremont, CA
2. Overland Park, KS
3. Plano, TX
4. Irvine, CA
5. South Burlington, VT

 Bismarck, North Dakota, was 9th on this list, just ahead of San Diego at #10

The Bottom 5 Places To Raise A Family

178 Newark, NJ
179 Gulfport, MS
180 Cleveland, OH
181 Detroit, MI
182 Memphis, TN

  Pretty obvious that people who have lived in Bismarck/Mandan for a long time agree with the # 9 status