Martin County Florida Ranked 11th Best Family-Friendly County In America

Martin County has been recognized as one of the top family-friendly areas in the country, according to Forbes magazine.

Forbes judged every county in the country with more than 65,000 residents and named Martin County the 11th best place in America to raise a family.

Martin County has been named 11th best county in the country from all counties with a population of over 65,000 residents, by Forbes Magazine. Martin County on Florida’s Treasure Coast has long boasted the best school system in Florida and a wonderful climate and setting for families.

Forbes periodically ranks communities for different factors. The Port St. Lucie area was listed in April as one of the best for job growth, based on economic information gathered over the last five years.

The magazine used the following ranking criteria:

Schools: Top-ranked counties had high test scores and graduation rates and less than half their school budgets came from property taxes. Martin County schools usually rate among the best in the state.

Quality of life: Low crime rates, short commutes and good air quality mattered. Martin County's crime rate is lower than the surrounding counties.

Cost of living: The best counties had relatively low housing prices and high per capita income. Martin County has the highest per capita income on the Treasure Coast

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