so says the DB-J.  But note the qualifiers....

 

Dayton is a great place for single people to relocate, beating out Ohio's larger cities and other major metro areas across the country. Dayton ranks 10th among 100 U.S. metropolitan areas for having the qualities that are important to singles, which create the probability of a smooth transition and successful relocation, according to a Thursday release from Memphis, Tenn.-based Worldwide ERC and Washington D.C.-based Primacy Relocation. The results incorporate new data from government and industry sources, including overall cost of living, availability of outdoor and adventure activities and overall crime rates. The survey also takes into account the prevalence of restaurants, bars, health clubs, sporting events and concerts.

 

More below

http://www.bizjournals.com/dayton/stories/2007/10/22/daily37.html

From the press release:

 

    Primacy Relocation, Worldwide ERC, and Sperling’s BestPlaces have collaborated for a fourth year to identify cities with the most to offer relocating singles. The study combines statistical profiles of the largest 100 U.S. metro areas with the quality-of-life

    priorities of unmarried professionals – criteria that directly impactthe success of a professional relocation.

 

    The 2007 report incorporates new U.S. Census Bureau data and reflects an increased emphasis on rent costs and job growth.

 

    New categories this year include:

 

    • A robust cost-of-living index

 

    • Adventure and outdoor recreation opportunities

 

    • Violent crime and property crime rates

 

    Traditional criteria include:

 

    • Percentage of the population that is unmarried

    (ages 25-34)

 

    • Ratio of single men and single women

 

    • Affordability of quality higher education, including

    in-state and out-of-state tuition requirements and rates

 

    • Number of newcomers to the area

 

    • Commute times

 

    • Tax rates

 

    • Fee and occupancy rates for temporary housing

    and mini-storage

 

    • Quality and quantity of collegiate and professional

    sporting events and fun, fan-friendly venues

 

    The livability of a city is different, depending on an individual’s point of view. This comprehensive “Best Cities for Relocating Singles” study provides employee relocation professionals with another tool to help facilitate a happy and successful move.

can we add this ranking to the incinerator too?  give me a break!  I think we in Cleveland can afford a rather high quality of life with a low living cost too but what do I know.

 

Oh well, I'm glad I moved back to the fat, poor, violent, economically and relationship stagnet Cleveland  :roll:  Oh, but we are the smartest of that bunch! 

 

Seriously people...