Cedar Rapids, IA Rankings


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Cedar Rapids, IA is a vibrant city in Iowa with many great amenities. According to Bestplaces.net, Cedar Rapids has some of the highest rankings when it comes to cost of living, education, housing affordability and job prospects. It is also known for its high quality of life, where residents can take advantage of plenty of recreational activities and local attractions. The median home price in Cedar Rapids is slightly above the national average but still very affordable considering the variety of amenities available in this city. Additionally, the school system is highly rated and provides an excellent educational environment for students. For those looking for employment opportunities, Cedar Rapids offers a variety of job options due to its large number of businesses and industries that are located within its boundaries. Overall, Cedar Rapids is an ideal place to live with plenty to offer for both residents and visitors alike.

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#18 Most Secure Places to Live in the U.S. (Mid-Size Metro Areas)
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#65 America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Smallest Metro Areas)
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#84 Best Green Cities
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#87 America's Most (and Least) Stressful Cities (117 Smallest Metro Areas)
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#207 2005 Best Places to Live
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My biggest gripe is the winter weather and more specifically the wind. The wind does not stop blowing the entire winter. It starts around November when NW winds start  More

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Over 3 years ago

Such a horrible place. The racism is too much. You cant even take a walk to the park without hearing a racial insult thrown at you. You cant even go to the store  More

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I grew up here, moved away, came back to raise my family and have been back since 1993. I love this city!!! There is SOOO much to do. There are 3-4 community theatre  More

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