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Hastings, MN vs Ames, IA

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Highlights
- There are 178 physicians per 100,000 people in Ames.
- There are 132 physicians per 100,000 people in Hastings.
- The US average is 210 physicians per 100,000 people.
 Hastings, MNAmes, IAUnited States
 Air Quality (100=best)  Unlock64.958.4
 Water Quality (100=best)5  Unlock55
 Superfund Sites (100=best)  Unlock97.186.9
 Physicians per Cap.132  Unlock210
 Health Cost  Unlock126100
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Reviews for Hastings    2 Reviews

Over 18 years ago

Tons of reasons why Hastings is the best. Some natives, some transplants which makes for a great mix. We welcome the new because if you pick Hastings for what it is  More

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Over 18 years ago

Hastings, MN is a nice place to live if you enjoy a small-town atmosphere. The people are mostly friendly, everybody knows everybody, and the way of life is hard set  More

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Reviews for Ames    12 Reviews

Over 13 years ago

Hello, I am in San Jose Ca, but am seriously thinking of moving somewhere much slower for a better quality of living. I've just turned 59, so I'm kinda preparing for  More

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Over 13 years ago

Like every other city Ames has both good and bad points. The good points are: low cost of living, very friendly people, lots of outdoor activities and quite a few events  More

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Ames enjoys a high quality of life at a very affordable cost, substantially lower than many other communities. The presence of Iowa State University, a large (28,000  More

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