Vicksburg, MS is a city located in Warren County, Mississippi along the banks of the Mississippi River. It is known for its rich history and culture, as well as its beautiful setting on the river. The city also ranks highly in a number of categories according to BestPlaces.net. Vicksburg has an overall ranking of 81 out of 100 based on its livability index which takes into account factors like cost of living, crime rates, education, employment, housing affordability and weather. It also has a very high ranking for amenities with 84 out of 100 due to the abundance of parks, restaurants and entertainment options available in the area. Furthermore, Vicksburg boasts one of the lowest crime rates in Mississippi at 17 per 1,000 residents making it an ideal place to live and work. All these rankings make Vicksburg an attractive destination for those looking to settle down or even just visit for a nice vacation.
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