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Gifford, IL is a small city located in Champaign County, Illinois. It has a population of just over 1,000 people and is known for its rural atmosphere and friendly residents. The city is ranked highly by BestPlaces for its livability, with an overall score of 6.7 out of 10. Residents enjoy the quiet streets and access to nature with parks and nature reserves nearby. There is also a strong local economy as well as good housing options at reasonable prices. Gifford also has good public safety ratings, with low crime rates and an excellent police force that works hard to keep the community safe. Overall, Gifford is a great place to live that offers its residents peace of mind, affordability, convenience, and access to nature—all of which make it one of the top-ranked places in Champaign County by BestPlaces.

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Gifford is a quiet, rural community that is safe, albeit boring. More of a residential neighborhood than an actual "town." There are no particular attractions here,  More

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