When it comes to living in Virginia, people have lots of choices: the mountains or the beach, urban or rural, big city or small town. If you are looking for the best place to live in Virginia, look no further than Salem, Virginia.

Salem was recently named the Best City to Live in Virginia. The rankings were based on data from five key areas: violent crime, commuting, income, college education and restaurants per capita. Salem was also noted for its strong athletic presence, its spectacular views and proximity to attractions such as Dixie Caverns, Natural Bridge and Smith Mountain Lake.

Christiansburg took the number two spot -- and Martinsville ranked 10th on the list.