{"id":91775,"date":"2025-02-04T16:00:39","date_gmt":"2025-02-05T00:00:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=91775"},"modified":"2025-02-04T16:06:30","modified_gmt":"2025-02-05T00:06:30","slug":"most-walkable-cities-in-the-us","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/most-walkable-cities-in-the-us\/","title":{"rendered":"The 10 Most Walkable Cities in the U.S., Ranked"},"content":{"rendered":"

There\u2019s nothing better than exploring a city on foot \u2013 visiting shops, meandering through alleys, and saying hello to neighbors. Walking allows you to slow down and take in the atmosphere, scenery, and culture of wherever you are. It can also provide <\/span>numerous health benefits<\/span><\/a> and help <\/span>reduce your carbon footprint<\/span><\/a> if you would otherwise drive or taxi.<\/span><\/p>\n

But what makes a city walkable? <\/span>Walk Score<\/span><\/a>, the authority on walkability, says that population density, intersection density, block length, and distance to amenities like restaurants and grocery stores are the most important factors. Walk Score takes all of this into account to determine a city\u2019s Walk Score. In short, the more amenities and density an area is, the more walkable it is.<\/span><\/p>\n

In this Redfin article, we\u2019ll explore the ten most walkable cities in the U.S. according to Walk Score, diving into their amenities, infrastructure, and market trends. So, whether you\u2019re a current resident or are looking for a new place to live, tie up your laces as we discover the most walkable cities in the United States.<\/span><\/p>\n

List only includes cities with a population of 200,000 or greater.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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1. San Francisco, CA<\/b><\/h2>\n