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Parsons, KS vs Independence, KS

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Highlights
- There are 120 physicians per 100,000 people in Independence.
- There are 197 physicians per 100,000 people in Parsons.
- The US average is 210 physicians per 100,000 people.
 Parsons, KSIndependence, KSUnited States
 Air Quality (100=best)  Unlock52.758.4
 Water Quality (100=best)53  Unlock55
 Superfund Sites (100=best)  Unlock60.686.9
 Physicians per Cap.197  Unlock210
 Health Cost  Unlock98100
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Reviews for Parsons    2 Reviews

I've lived here for 2+ years. I moved from California. At first I missed my home state. Over the course of the last few years, I've acquired an appreciation for this  More

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seasonal weather,cold,mild,hot.Humid at times. Very laid back and easy going living. Property tax is high for this type of community. We are retired and love the  More

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Reviews for Independence    3 Reviews

Over 19 years ago

I did not and would not move here by choice,Uncle Sam moved me here temporarily. Crime rate is low but there is no economy. Walmart is the biggest employer and the only  More

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Over 19 years ago

Did not move here by choice and would not live here by  More

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Over 19 years ago

The schools in independence are adequate but nothing special. I beleive the taxes are too high and that the schools are not seening enough of the tax money to keep them  More

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