QUALITY OF LIFE

Pennsylvania has all of the essentials for a great life— prominent world-ranked universities, fulfilling careers, top-ranked health institutions, four seasons, and an amazing history. But like you, there’s more to us than our résumé. Here, you can pursue your happiness to the fullest. Just ask our residents, who love and take pride in where they live and work — whether it’s a thriving downtown, walkable urbanscape, suburban neighborhood, or a small town in our beautiful countryside. Living in Pennsylvania goes beyond work and home — it’s a way of life. It can be yours, too.

Cost of Living

Whether you live in a major metro area or in one of our many small towns, Pennsylvania is a great place to do business and build a home.

Educational Opportunities

Our residents and workforce have access to world-renowned universities, training programs, and more to fully develop their knowledge and career paths, including five of the top 50 universities in the U.S. offering top programs in computer science, business, engineering, medical science.

Our People

Pennsylvania’s residents are known for their legendary innovation, imagination, and can-do spirit.

Outdoor Recreation

With hundreds of miles of rugged mountain trails, sweeping waterways, and secluded state forests, you don’t have to travel far to enjoy our greater-than-great outdoors wherever your bike, boat, feet, or raft takes you.

Arts & Culture

PA presents countless authentic cultural and historic experiences that will broaden your perspective and engage your senses.

#BeHappyinPA

Happiness is in our DNA. See how we’re living happy in PA.