The 25 Best Places to Live in the U.S. for Quality of Life

Iowa City, Iowa

With a strong cultural heritage based around literature, Iowa City has plenty of entertainment options for the whole family.Iowa City is in eastern Iowa. The Old Capitol Building, the state's first capitol, now houses a museum of local history. The adjacent University of Iowa Museum of Natural History features prehistoric stone tools and taxidermy. By the Iowa River, City Park has ponds and sports facilities. East, the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum displays objects and photos tracing the life of the 31st U.S. president.