Phillipsburg, KS is a small town located in the north-central part of the state with a population of around 1,600 people. Despite its small size, Phillipsburg is ranked highly by BestPlaces for its good cost of living and low crime rate. According to BestPlaces, Phillipsburg has an overall score of 76 out of 100 on their rankings system. This places it above the national average in both categories. Additionally, Phillipsburg has a median home price that is 75% lower than the U.S. average and an unemployment rate that is also below the U.S. average. The crime rate in Phillipsburg is very low; so low that there were only 8 violent crimes reported in 2019 making it one of the safest cities in Kansas. Overall, Phillipsburg scores highly when it comes to quality of life and safety considerations which makes it an attractive option for those looking to settle down or move away from more densely populated areas.
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