Fremont tops WalletHub list of best places for families in nation

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

The ranking evaluated 180 cities based on 15 factors including family salary, housing affordability, and safety. - Fremont leads due to strong economic factors: median family 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 excellent education and summer camp opportunities. - Seven California cities made the top 30, including Irvine (3rd), San Diego (12th), and San Jose (15th).

- At the bottom of the list for California were San Bernardino (171st), Moreno Valley (151st), and Ontario (150th). Fremont also boasts the lowest divorce rate and the lowest percentage of families living below the poverty line, making it a standout choice for families.