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Ankeny, IA vs Aurora, IL

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Highlights
- There are 124 physicians per 100,000 people in Aurora.
- There are 262 physicians per 100,000 people in Ankeny.
- The US average is 210 physicians per 100,000 people.
 Ankeny, IAAurora, ILUnited States
 Air Quality (100=best)  Unlock63.658.4
 Water Quality (100=best)60  Unlock55
 Superfund Sites (100=best)  Unlock94.686.9
 Physicians per Cap.262  Unlock210
 Health Cost  Unlock96100
   (100 = best)
Reviews for Ankeny    3 Reviews

Over 17 years ago

I moved to Ankeny from Southern CA in June, 2005. My immediate and lasting impression is the incredible home values here, the relatively low population density, and the  More

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Over 17 years ago

Ankeny is a great community to raise a family or to be single. The shools are wonderful and so many activities for kids and families. The weather when it is good, it  More

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Over 18 years ago

We don't call it "Ankenytopia" for nothing! This is the best town in Iowa! The schools are top-notch, the town is growing and getting more attractions. We are missing  More

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Reviews for Aurora    18 Reviews

What a joke this city is. My friend's husband was shot in the head in this village (along with 4 others murdered). Their response was sub-par to say the least. Their  More

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Over 9 years ago

Seeking to relocate out of Aurora,  More

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Over 13 years ago

Winters too long,cold and snowy, i dread it more every year! Will retire out of here in a few  More

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