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Meridian, MS vs Florence, SC

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Highlights
- There are 264 physicians per 100,000 people in Florence.
- There are 308 physicians per 100,000 people in Meridian.
- The US average is 210 physicians per 100,000 people.
 Meridian, MSFlorence, SCUnited States
 Air Quality (100=best)  Unlock48.158.4
 Water Quality (100=best)86  Unlock55
 Superfund Sites (100=best)  Unlock90.486.9
 Physicians per Cap.308  Unlock210
 Health Cost  Unlock99100
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Reviews for Meridian    4 Reviews

Over 5 years ago

Meridian has so much to offer for a great stay, it’s affordable for visiting and for those who want to move to a family friendly town.  More

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Over 9 years ago

I lived in Meridian at one time. It's one of many places I've lived across the country so I feel I have a lot of places to compare to it. If you check the crime stats ,  More

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Over 11 years ago

Meridian has, essentially 3 parts. In one section, the residents are financially secure and these neighborhoods are fairly insulated from the criminal and related  More

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Reviews for Florence    18 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

The short version: high humidty+high temps+mosquitoes, high crime, terrible schools, poor dining choices, no outdoor activities, very few entertainment options,  More

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Some people have actually lived here for 30 years? I can't even imagine what your perspective is or what your life is like. Like anything in life, it's all about  More

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I've lived in Florence for over 30 years and think it's a great place to live, work and play. It's a progressive community that is welcoming to newcomers of all ages  More

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