10 Worst Cities for Allergies and Why

2. Richmond, Virginia

The springtime is beautiful here but beware of what’s lurking in the air. Richmond has a high year round pollen count, which makes it a difficult place to settle down if you suffer from allergies. Although the city’s pollen has improved over the last few years, it may still be a problem for those with allergy problems. Richmond has made the list for worst cities to live with allergies several years in a row.