A “City in a Park” and the Eastside's high-tech hub, Bellevue is the city where you want to be. With top schools, low crime and a vibrant economy, Bellevue is routinely ranked among the best mid-sized cities in the country. In addition to high rankings in the media, city staff has won awards for their dedicated customer services and innovative thinking. Here are a few recent highlights:

Image of mother and child at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.

Rankings

  • #10 Best Cities to Live in America (2024) — Niche
  • #3 Best Cities for Successful Women Entrepreneurs (2019) — Business.Org
  • #5 Cities with Best Public Schools in America (2024) — Niche
  • #1 Best Metro Area for STEM professionals (2021) — WalletHub
  • #8 Safest Cities in America (2017) — SmartAsset

Awards and Recognitions