When it comes to family, not every city is equal in the state of Louisiana.

My husband and I don't have kids yet, but we have talked seriously about where we want to raise a family. Although I love the idea of our kids running around outside on several acres of property, like I did, there are definitely some non-negotiable qualities that we're looking for. These include safety and affordability, in addition to opportunities.

Looking specifically at Louisiana, where are the best places for our kiddos?

Home Snacks recently answered this question for us. They looked specifically at those non-negotiable factors and compiled a list of the "Best Cities for Families in Louisiana." Of course, when it comes to Louisiana, we feel like were splitting hairs with the best cities for families. Here are the top 10 cities they believe are best for families...

10. Broussard
9. Mandeville
8. Crowley
7. Abbeville
6. Zachary
5. Houma
4. Ruston
3. Jennings
2. Thibodaux
1. Minden

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