MARANA- The Town of Marana has been named as one of the 18 Best Places to Live in Arizona by an independent online search organization for travel.
Strategistico released the rankings this month and rated the cities on their affordability, cultural and entertainment amenities, quality of education, safety, parks and recreation and overall atmosphere.
The organization ranked the cities based on their data and feedback from locals.
Marana came in at number eight on the list. Strategistico acknowledged the town’s close proximity to Saguaro National Park and the Tortolita Mountains. The organization also highlighted our yearly festivals and the Marana Heritage River Park Splash Pad.
“Marana Town Council and staff strategically plan for a bright future that supports a high quality of life for the residents and businesses in town. It doesn’t surprise me that we have been recognized as one of the top places to live in Arizona,” said Curt Woody, Director of Economic Development.
“Marana is surrounded by stunning natural beauty and offers a notably high quality of life, making it one of the most attractive cities in Arizona to call home. Our research confirms that is has developed into a remarkably safe and well-rounded community that provides ample amenities for all of its residents,” said Luisa Favaretto, Managing Editor of Strategistico.
Visit www.maranaAZ.gov to learn more about what the town has to offer.
Strategistico said they researched every city in the state with at least 1,000 residents and scored each city or town in the following categories to come up with the list of the top 18 cities.
RESEARCH RESOURCES
Affordability: Cost of living of in each city based on costs for major expenses like housing, food, transportation, health care, and entertainment. Data from the Council for Community and Economic Research, the Bureau of Labor Statistics – Consumer Price Index, and Zillow’s Home Value Index.
Dining & Entertainment: Number of restaurants, bars, lounges, cafes, and shops in a city. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau – County Business Patterns.
Arts & Culture: Vibrancy of the performing arts and culture scene based on the concentration of museums, historic sites, and performing arts venues. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau – County Business Patterns.
Parks & Recreation: Access to nature through public parks, rivers, lakes, and mountains in or around the city. Data from the National Environmental Public Health Tracking Network and The Trust for Public Land.
Unemployment Rate: Seasonally-adjusted percent of workers without work in the active labor force. Data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics – Local Area Unemployment Statistics.
Crime Rate: Measure of safety evaluated by the number of reported crime incidents. Data from the FBI – Uniform Crime Reporting.
Overall Vibe & Ambience: The culture and atmosphere of a city based on feedback and reviews from residents and visitors. Data from various review aggregator sites and social media platforms.
