| | Charleston, IL | Pella, IA | United States |
| Overall | 69.7 | 79.9 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 93.0 | 98.2 | 100 |
| Health | 110.8 | 108.9 | 100 |
| Housing | 36.4 | 78.1 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $118,500 | $275,300 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,620.0% | 9,340.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 57.4 | 55.0 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 115.9 | 100.9 | 100 |
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Smal conservative town. Strong Dutch heritage. Very clean nice community. Great for families and retirees from the midwest. Terrible weather, and limited More
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