Ocean breezes, abundant sunshine, frequent walks on the beach, and a laid-back lifestyle all tempt Americans to move to the country’s many beach towns. There are plenty of destinations to consider, from quaint cities on the California coast to Florida’s famed beaches, so deciding on one as your new home can be difficult.
The best beach towns to live in across the United States, based on 63 factors such as affordability, weather, safety, economy, education and health, and overall quality of life. Unsurprisingly, the top 10 ocean towns to live in (listed below) are clustered in states with extensive coastlines, such as Florida, California, and Hawaii.
To assist you in making the best decision, we looked at data such as violent crime rates, water levels, nightlife establishments and restaurants per capita, and more. Although our article focuses on beach towns near the ocean, the website has also compiled a list of the best lake beach towns to live.
Naples
Location: Florida
Vero Beach
Location: Florida
Lahaina
Location: Hawaii
Boca Raton
Location: Florida
Newport Beach
Location: California
Santa Monica
Location: California
Sarasota
Location: Florida
Kailua
Location: Hawaii
Encinitas
Location: California
