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12 Reasons You'll Love Moving to Washington, DC

Washington, D.C. may only be the 27th largest US city, but you can be sure that it's one of the most famous cities both throughout the United States and throughout the world. As the national capital, Washington, D.C. serves as the home for all 3 branches of US government, as well as 14 foreign embassies, the headquarters of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank. It's no surprise, therefore, that nearly 27% of all jobs held by Washington, D.C. residents are federal government positions. Still, if you're moving t Washington, D.C., you'll probably be interested in more than just the political opportunities presented by the city.
Here are some practical reasons why so many people are moving to Washington, D.C.:

1. 47% of Washington, D.C. residents have a bachelor's degree, and over 21% of people aged 25 and over have an advanced degree, making Washington, D.C. the most educated city in the country.
2. If you're an employer looking to hire the next generation of new talent, moving to Washington D.C. may help with your search - there are over 50 colleges located within the city.
3. Washington, D.C. is the home to the largest number of experts on diverse and sundry topics. One-tenth of the country's physicists live in Washington, D.C., as do one-third of the nation's astronomers.
4. Washington, D.C. schools spend over $8,000 per student, although the national average school expenditure per student is only $6,000.
5. There are 167 public schools within the city.
6. History is everywhere. When you move to Washington, D.C., you'll be able to truly appreciate the history of the country and the greatness of the founders who worked there since the country's founding. There are dozens of museums and historical monuments through which you can experience history in ways that are deeper than pure textbook learning.
7. Unlike other large cities such as Chicago and New York City whose sky is clouded by skyscrapers, Washington, D.C. offers a relatively unobstructed view of the sky, which provides an open, airy feeling throughout the city.
8. Over 90% of people living in Washington, D.C. have health insurance.
9. Washington, D.C. has four distinct seasons but infrequent severe weather.
10. Cultural opportunities abound in Washington, D.C., with the National Symphony Orchestra, the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and the Washington Ballet all being located within the city's borders.
11. In case you prefer a more active activity, Washington, D.C. has 5 professional men's sports teams.
12. There are more non-profit organizations located in Washington, D.C. than in any other city worldwide. In other words, people are moving to Washington, D.C. to make a difference.