Best places to raise a family in the West

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Monkey Business Images // Shutterstock Best places to raise a family in the West While we’re pretty far removed from the Westward expansion of the 1800s, there are still plenty of enticing reasons to move out West, including the natural beauty and ample professional opportunities that make it a wonderful place to raise a family. The most recent census data released in May 2025 showed continued population growth for the region. Smaller cities and…

Best places to raise a family in the West

To help families find the best communities within the American West, Stacker looked to Niche's 2025 Best Places to Raise a Family ranking.