Dunsmuir, CA is a small city located in Siskiyou County, California. It is home to just over 1,500 people and is known for its lush forests and rivers. The city has been ranked highly among many metrics, including job opportunities, housing affordability, cost of living, education options and quality of life. According to BestPlaces.net's overall ranking of cities in the United States, Dunsmuir ranks 46th out of 19,000 cities with a 6.1/10 rating based on its unweighted average score across all categories. This score reflects Dunsmuir's high scores for job opportunities (7.3), education options (8.0), and quality of life (7.6). Additionally, Dunsmuir's housing affordability ranks 4th out of 19,000 cities with an 8.5/10 rating by BestPlaces.net. With these overall ratings in mind, it’s clear that Dunsmuir is a great place to live for many people looking for a small town feel with top-notch amenities nearby.
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