Money's list for 2017 takes into account a healthy economy, affordable homes, and a high quality of life.

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By Emily Holland (Patch Staff) 

SANTA MONICA, CA – Santa Monica has made Money's list of the best places to live in America – are you surprised? Coming in at number 18 out of 100, the website sites the accessibility of the coast, gorgeous views, the walkability and environmentally conscious efforts of the local bike share program. In addition to the perfect weather, its high school graduation is 92% and Moody's Analytics predicts continued job growth in the area through 2021, according to Money.

The median home price in Santa Monica is $533,083, and the median household income is $82,963, according to Money.

Read More:  https://patch.com/california/santamonica/santa-monica-top-100-best-places-live-u-s

AND: https://www.surfsantamonica.com/ssm_site/the_lookout/news/News-2017/September-2017/09_20_2017_Santa_Monica_Ranked_18th_in_Money_Magazines_Top_100_Best_Places_to_Live.html

To read more about the study or to read the rest of the list: http://time.com/money/collection/best-places-to-live-2017/