Millennials have a reputation for venturing out into the world and flapping their wings. Millennials are a generation that has surpassed the baby boomers in number. They've reached the point in their lives where they're ready to settle down. This generation desires to live in communities that reflect their way of life, which not only provides high quality of life but affordable living and entertainment as well.

The greatest cities for millennials to settle down are listed below.

San Francisco, California:

San Francisco, a gorgeous region full of renowned buildings, privately-owned companies, and trendsetting residents, has always marched to its drum. The California metro area has morphed and been shaped by its communities, becoming the epicenter of the bohemian lifestyle, the epicenter of the LGBT rights movement, and the starting point of the technology era. San Francisco is now a complete universe in and of itself: from the historic alleys of the Mission District to the green hills of the Presidio to the bustling docks along the Embarcadero, each district oozes its individuality.

Housing Costs 2020

NATIONAL AVERAGE                                          $315,743

SAN FRANCISCO, CA                                       $1,047,714

City Overall Rating                                                    7.1

Desirability                                                               10.0

Value                                                                         5.1

Job Market                                                                 8.1

Quality of Life                                                             6.8

Net Migration                                                              6.2

Seattle, Washington:

First and foremost, to answer a question that many people have, the answer is no, it does not rain all of the time. Seattle receives less rain each year than several other major cities. One of the most appealing aspects of Seattle is its natural beauty, which is flanked on two sides by mountains and sea.

Seattle gives a vibe of calm and patience, which may be attributed to the beauty and proximity to nature. This same mentality extends to everyday life, where coffee shops host philosophical debates and nightlife consists of chilling with a beverage at the bar rather than crazy nights on the dance floor.

Housing Costs 2020

NATIONAL AVERAGE                                          $315,743

SEATTLE, WA                                                    $675,237 

City Overall Rating                                                   7.1

Desirability                                                                8.6

Value                                                                        5.8

Job Market                                                                7.9

Quality of Life                                                            6.5

Net Migration                                                             7.4

Minneapolis, Minnesota:

Minneapolis and St. Paul offer both a big-city ambiance, with museums and sports stadiums, as well as a friendly Midwestern feel. The Twin Cities, which are separated by the Mississippi River, is called one metropolitan area but consist of two cities, each with its downtown cosmopolitan core surrounded by diverse neighborhoods and suburban areas.

Housing Costs 2020

NATIONAL AVERAGE                                          $315,743

MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL, MN                               $237,367

City Overall Rating                                                    7.0

Desirability                                                                 5.7

Value                                                                         7.6

Job Market                                                                 7.8

Quality of Life                                                             6.8

Net Migration                                                              6.3

Boston, Massachusetts:

Boston has the atmosphere of a little town with all the amenities of a big city. The metro area has a diversified culinary scene, easy access to individuals and organizations, and is close to world-class schools, employers, and healthcare facilities. You will enjoy your time here in this city. It has a long history, but it is always changing. It is cutting-edge in science and technology, yet traditional in its passion for sports. It is a city where sports fans, artists, and business people live.

Housing Cost 2020

NATIONAL AVERAGE                                          $315,743

BOSTON, MA                                                     $632,943

City Overall Rating                                                    6.9

Desirability                                                                 7.8

Value                                                                         5.6

Job Market                                                                 7.9

Quality of Life                                                             7.1

Net Migration                                                              6.2

Nashville, Tennessee:

Nashville is known for its twangy honky-tonks, the Grand Ole Opry, and the Ryman Auditorium, often known as the Mother Church of Country Music. However, music is a result of greater urban culture. Music City is home to a creative community that is fueled by a strong passion to create. When you ask people what they do, they are always in the construction of anything new.

Housing Costs 2020

NATIONAL AVERAGE                                          $315,743

NASHVILLE, TN                                                 $366,113

City Overall Rating                                                   6.9

Desirability                                                                7.6

Value                                                                        7.2

Job Market                                                                6.8

Quality of Life                                                            6.0

Net Migration                                                             7.7