Washburn, IL is a small rural village located in the state of Illinois. The area has an estimated population of around 1,200 people. Despite its small size, Washburn is highly regarded for being a great place to live and work. According to BestPlaces rankings, it has an overall ranking of 7.3 out of 10 and a cost of living index score of 87. It also scores particularly well in housing affordability (8.1) and health care (7.6). In addition, Washburn offers many amenities such as parks and outdoor recreation activities that make it an enjoyable place to call home. With its low cost of living and high quality of life, Washburn is definitely worth considering for anyone looking for a rural village to settle down in.
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