If sunny weather, beach access, and a tax-friendly environment are priorities, you may want to consider a move to Florida.\n<\/p>\n
With a whopping 361 days of sunshine each year, plenty of trails to explore, and a work-life balance that happens to include beach days, it’s no wonder the city of St. Petersburg<\/a> was named the best place to live in Florida and the eighth best place to live in the entire Southeast, according to a study by Livability<\/a>.\n<\/p>\n The natural beauty of St. Pete is certainly a highlight, which Livability described as one of the city\u2019s \u201cmost prized amenities.\u201d From the shoreline along Tampa Bay to the Gulf and Boca Ciega Bay as well as the intercoastal waterways, there are more than 200 miles of shoreline to explore. Factor that in with St. Pete\u2019s long-standing Guinness World Record-recognized feat<\/a> for its consecutive days of sunshine, and it\u2019s a recipe for year-round beach days.\n<\/p>\n Livability also credited St. Pete\u2019s amenities for its appeal.\n<\/p>\n The 45-mile Pinellas Trail joins dog parks, golf courses, the historic St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Club, pickleball courts, and more to keep residents busy and active in their downtime. Art also plays a big role in St. Pete: the Museum of Fine Arts St. Petersburg, the Dal\u00ed Museum, and the Second Saturday ArtWalks bring a creative atmosphere to the community.\n<\/p>\n \u201cLocals and residents alike mingle at more than 1,000 special events and festivals that happen annually, ranging from yachting events, farmers markets, Florida\u2019s largest Pride celebration, and a long-running parade honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.,” the report wrote, adding, “There\u2019s also a unique downtown waterfront with restaurants and bars and a free Looper Trolley that connects to the city\u2019s major attractions.”\n<\/p>\n The city also received an A- or an A from review and ranking website Niche.com<\/a> in several important categories, including being good for families, outdoor activities, nightlife, diversity, weather, health and fitness, and commute.\n<\/p>\n Beyond St. Pete, Livability also rated both Fort Lauderdale<\/a> and Orlando<\/a> highly, ranking them at No. 9 and No. 19 on the list of the best places to live in the Southeast, respectively.\n<\/p>\n