Dresden, Maine is a small town located in Lincoln County. It has an estimated population of 1,090 and is one of the best places to live in the United States according to rankings by U.S. News & World Report and BestPlaces. The town scored well in terms of safety, housing affordability, diversity, the quality of its schools as well as its low cost of living. Dresden also boasts a plethora of outdoor activities thanks to its location along the banks of the Kennebec River. Furthermore, residents enjoy plenty of local events year-round such as the River Valley Market which takes place throughout the summer months. All these factors have contributed to Dresden's strong rankings as a great place to live.
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