Ringsted, IA is a small city located in Emmet County within the state of Iowa. It has a population of around 476 people and covers an area of just 1.1 square miles. Despite its small size, Ringsted, IA is highly ranked in several key areas by the BestPlaces's Bestplaces rankings. The city ranks very high for its public schools, with an overall score of 8 out of 10 points and a ranking of 15th in the state for education. Additionally, it is considered one of the best places to retire due to its low crime rate and excellent quality of life options. Other rankings include being one of the top places to raise a family due to its affordability and low cost of living as well as having one of the most affordable housing markets in Iowa. All these factors combined make Ringsted, IA an ideal place for those looking to settle down and raise a family or retire peacefully.
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