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Cedar Rapids, IA vs Pierre, SD

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- There are 148 physicians per 100,000 people in Pierre.
- There are 175 physicians per 100,000 people in Cedar Rapids.
- The US average is 210 physicians per 100,000 people.
 Cedar Rapids, IAPierre, SDUnited States
 Air Quality (100=best)  Unlock84.458.4
 Water Quality (100=best)68  Unlock55
 Superfund Sites (100=best)  Unlock9486.9
 Physicians per Cap.175  Unlock210
 Health Cost  Unlock99100
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Reviews for Cedar Rapids    39 Reviews

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 4 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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Reviews for Pierre    4 Reviews

Since coming here, I have gone through cabin fever several times. The State of South Dakota capitol is located here and has stressed it's need to lure professionals to  More

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I love Pierre. It is simply gorgeous in all seasons. In summer I can take quiet, late night walks in the cooler hours without fear. There are quite a few small  More

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Over 16 years ago

Pierre is safe and great for kids, but has no restaurants or activities to do. The town is operated by a few wealthy families that keep large good paying comapanies out.  More

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