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FAYETTEVILLE -- The Northwest Arkansas metro area fell three spots in the latest U.S. News & World Report ranking of best places to live in the United States, coming in at No. 10.

U.S. News & World Report said Portland's national ranking reflects its charm, a 'do it yourself spirit,' access to recreation and a variety of living settings.

U.S. News & World Report said the city's national ranking reflects its charm, 'do it yourself spirit,' access to recreation and a variety of living settings.

The best city to live in the U.S. is known for its affordability and overall high quality of life. It also gets freezing cold.

Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer said such rankings miss the mark when it comes to evaluating communities.

Sarasota moved up four spaces in the rankings, after being named one of the Top 10 best places to live in the U.S. on last years list as well.

U.S. News & World Report said the city's national ranking reflects its charm, 'do it yourself spirit,' access to recreation and a variety of living settings.

Portland ranked No. 7 for “best place to live” and ranked No. 37 for “best place to retire.” The top spot might surprise some people.

Huntsville has attained yet another accolade as it continues to grow and develop. US News and World Report has named Huntsville, Alabama as the second best place to live in the entire country.

But it's still ranked as having the eighth-highest score for overall well-being.