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Pierre, SD vs Anchorage, AK

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Highlights
- There are 308 physicians per 100,000 people in Anchorage.
- There are 148 physicians per 100,000 people in Pierre.
- The US average is 210 physicians per 100,000 people.
 Pierre, SDAnchorage, AKUnited States
 Air Quality (100=best)  Unlock37.858.4
 Water Quality (100=best)33  Unlock55
 Superfund Sites (100=best)  Unlock84.886.9
 Physicians per Cap.148  Unlock210
 Health Cost  Unlock112100
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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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Reviews for Anchorage    83 Reviews

Over 1 years ago

Anchorage had potential but with the massive amount of homeless the petty crime is on the rise. I chose to live in a town outside of Anchorage rather than the city for  More

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I lived in Anchorage for the better part of the 2010's. Pros: o Beautiful, mountain and ocean views; close to many hiking trails, campsites, fishing grounds,  More

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it's nice, i liked it when i grew up there. kinda wish i could move back, but i didn't really like being isolated from all the things like nordstrom, trader joe's,  More

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