A list of the 15 best big cities to live in the US in 2025-2026 has been released, with some outlets reporting that texas cities are well-represented. However, there is some confusion as one outlet appears to have mistakenly reported on the best cities in canada, while others have discussed different types of locations, such as mountain towns, beach towns, and retirement destinations. The common thread among the top us cities may be their relatively low cost of living.