In addition to the lush beaches that surround it, the warm temperature that prevails throughout the year in its territory, the wide range of fun and entertainment and many other attractions, Miami adds one more reason for those who are interested in investing in its real estate market: it is one of the healthiest cities in the world.
That’s right. A study published by Healthnews, specialized in health, placed the Capital of the Sun in ninth position in this index that takes into account criteria such as the happiness of its inhabitants, the average hours of physical activity per week, the hours of sunshine per year, air pollution, the payment of monthly fees in gyms or physical wellness clubs , hours of sleep, obesity levels, hours of work per week, among others.
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What are the healthiest cities in the world?
According to Healthnews, the ten healthiest cities in the world are as follows:
- Amsterdam (Netherlands)
- Brussels (Belgium)
- Boston (USA)
- Porto (Portugal)
- Vancouver (Canada)
- Chicago (USA)
- Dublin (Ireland)
- Melbourne (Australia)
- Miami (USA)
- Vienna (Austria)
“If health is a priority for you, especially when choosing where to live, this guide to the healthiest cities in the world will be very valuable to you,” reads the published study.
How did Miami fare in the index?
The ratings and indicators that Miami obtained in the list of the healthiest cities in the world were the following:
- Happiness score: 6.73 (out of 10).
- Average number of hours of physical exercise per week: 6.30.
- Hours of sunshine per year: 3,154.
- Air pollution index: 20 (Amsterdam recorded 42 and Brussels 20).
- Adult Fitness Club Monthly Fee: USD 88.40.
- Hours of sleep: 7.10.
- Percentage of obesity levels: 41.64.
- Number of hospitals: 6,129.
- Average hours worked per week: 40.
- Water (0.33 l bottle) price: USD 2.23.
“You’ll find plenty of farmers markets and co-ops, packed with fresh, organic, and locally sourced fruits and vegetables. The air and water quality is good compared to other parts of the country, making Miami an ideal place to lead a healthy lifestyle,” Healthnews said in its rankings of the world’s healthiest cities.
How were the healthiest cities in the world chosen?
To select the cities on this list, Healthnews explained its methodology. First, 40 cities from around the world were evaluated, using the ten parameters listed above. They were then assigned weighted scores to each metric and then combined to give each city a total score out of 100.
“This total score helped us rank the cities, identifying the best ones for healthy living. This total score helped us rank the cities, identifying the best ones for healthy living,” the publication said.
So now you know: if you want to invest in Miami or live in the Capital of the Sun, you will do so in one of the healthiest cities in the world. One more attraction that should not be negligible that should influence your decision.
References:
- Healthnews (2024). 10 Best Cities to Live in for Your Health. https://healthnews.com/news/10-best-cities-to-live-in-for-your-health/