Cochrane, WI is a small town located in Buffalo County, Wisconsin. It is well known for its beauty and rural charm, as well as its close proximity to the Mississippi River. According to BestPlaces, Cochrane ranks highly on several important metrics. The overall rankings of Cochrane are 8th out of a total of 10 towns in Buffalo County. The city has a cost of living index that is 7 points higher than the U.S. average and it also has an unemployment rate that is 4 points lower than the national average. Additionally, the city's crime rate is 17% lower than the rest of Wisconsin, making it one of the safest places to live in Wisconsin. Despite being relatively small with only 862 residents according to the last census, Cochrane continues to receive high rankings from BestPlaces due to its low cost of living and low crime rate.
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