Originally Posted by
Spectral
For a place to live, I'd think about Washington, DC. The crime statistics are misleading because it's neighborhood specific and there's many safe places. The community is very international, the food is quite good. People aren't the friendliest, to be honest, but you'll be able to make enough friends.
Another great option (although more obscure) is Madison, Wisconsin. It's the state capital and has quite a few immigrants, and is just about the friendliest place on Earth. The cost of living is low and the opportunities are plentiful.