Percent of same-sex married couples: 0.83%
Average household income: $51,430
Cost of living: 12% higher than the national average
Walkability score: 61
Average commute: 18 minutes each way
Like Santa Rosa, Portland, Maine, is a small city. In fact, it's the only city on this list with fewer than 100,00 residents, but the study found that it's still great for LGBTQ couples. In fact, the Human Rights Campaign gave the city a score of 94 out of 100 in its Municipal Equality Index Scorecard. The organization found that the city has inclusive workplaces, non-discrimination in city employment, and fair housing options.