Sixth of October City (6th of October), Egypt

This desert satellite town of 376,302 people may look appealing on paper, but the reality is a mixed bag. While the city boasts a large banking and business district, bureaucracy is a persistent headache. The arid climate can also be bitterly cold at night, as the sprawling infrastructure allows wind to pick up more easily than in the denser centers of Giza and Cairo. Overall, 6th of October City seems better suited to companies seeking a convenient regional hub than families seeking an easy expat lifestyle.