America’s Happiest Cities in 2025 – And Why We’re Excited About Two of Them
While overall happiness in the United States may have slipped to 24th place globally according to the 2025 World Happiness Report, there are still plenty of American cities where joy and satisfaction thrive. This is particularly true in communities where we currently operate—and where we’re planning to grow.
SmartAsset recently released its annual report identifying the happiest cities in America, ranking them across multiple factors including personal finance, wellbeing, and quality of life. We’re proud to share that Raleigh, North Carolina—one of our primary service areas—ranked #3 nationally!
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Why Raleigh Continues to Shine
Raleigh’s impressive third-place ranking comes as no surprise to our team or the residents we serve. The city boasts:
These factors contribute to what we’ve long known—Raleigh offers an exceptional quality of life that continues to attract new residents and businesses. Our property management services in the area have experienced steady growth as more people discover this gem of the Southeast.
America’s Happiest City: Why We’re Expanding to Plano
Topping the list as America’s happiest city is Plano, Texas, which is precisely why we’re thrilled to announce our expansion into the Plano/North Dallas area in 2026!
What makes Plano so special?
Beyond these metrics, Plano offers exceptional schools, low crime rates (ranking 5th in safety nationwide), and a thriving culinary and cultural scene. The city consistently ranks among the best places to live in America, coming in at #6 on Niche’s 2025 rankings.
The Connection Between Housing and Happiness
As property managers, we understand that where you live profoundly impacts your quality of life. Both Raleigh and Plano offer residents:
Our commitment has always been to enhance these community benefits through exceptional property management services that create worry-free living environments for both property owners and residents.
Looking Ahead: Our Plano Expansion
Our planned expansion into Plano in 2026 represents an exciting new chapter for our company. We’re already preparing by studying the local market, connecting with community partners, and designing service packages that will meet the unique needs of Plano residents and property owners.
Current and future clients can expect the same dedicated service and local expertise in Plano that has made us successful in Raleigh and our other service areas.
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What This Means For Property Owners and Residents
For property owners, investing in consistently high-ranking cities like Raleigh and Plano provides potential for steady appreciation and strong rental demand. For residents, these communities offer the quality of life factors that contribute to genuine happiness and satisfaction.
As your property management partner, we’re committed to enhancing these benefits by:
Whether you own property in Raleigh now or are considering an investment in the booming Plano market, we’re here to help you maximize your property’s potential while contributing to the communities we serve. To see what other cities ranked in the top 10, visit Why this Texas city is the happiest in the U.S..
Stay tuned for more updates about our Plano expansion in the coming months!
