4. Birmingham, Ala.
While this progressive Southern city is a popular foodie destination, many of its bars and restaurants open later or not at all on Sundays. Birmingham ranks 178th with the lowest percentage of families with young kids and 180th for highest divorce rate, and it is tied at 168th with Baltimore, St. Louis, Detroit, and Memphis for highest violent crime rate per capita. The city ranks 137th in family fun; 175th for health and safety; 171st for education and childcare; 148th in affordability; and 169th in socio-economics. Total score: 37.80.
