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Fremont Tops WalletHub List of Best Places for Families in the Nation

28 May 2026 16:40

Fremont has been named the best place to raise a family in the U.S. for the third consecutive year by WalletHub.

- Seven California cities ranked in the top 30, including Irvine (3rd), San Diego (12th), and San Jose (15th). - Fremont boasts a median income over $137,000 after cost-of-living adjustments and the second-lowest poverty rate.

- Over 98% of children in Fremont have health insurance, and the city offers strong education and recreation options. - California cities at the bottom include San Bernardino (171st), Moreno Valley (151st), and Ontario (150th).

The rankings are based on 15 factors such as playgrounds, attractions, median family salary, housing affordability, and violent crime.

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