livability
noun
liv·abil·i·ty
ˌli-və-ˈbi-lə-tē 
variants
or less commonly liveability
1
: survival expectancy : viability
—used especially of poultry and livestock
2
: suitability for human living
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Falls Church came out on top with a livability score of 72 out of 100, the highest among Southern towns and cities.
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Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 2 June 2026
Inside, the home balances historic detail with modern livability.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 30 May 2026
According to a news release, the annual ranking evaluates communities based on quality of life, value, desirability, job market and overall livability.
—Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 26 May 2026
Several also consistently rank highly in expat satisfaction surveys and broader international livability discussions.
—Meggen Harris, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
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Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 2 June 2026
Inside, the home balances historic detail with modern livability.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 30 May 2026
According to a news release, the annual ranking evaluates communities based on quality of life, value, desirability, job market and overall livability.
—Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 26 May 2026
Several also consistently rank highly in expat satisfaction surveys and broader international livability discussions.
—Meggen Harris, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
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“Livability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/livability. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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