Bernard, IA is an unincorporated community in Dubuque County, Iowa. It has a population of about 130 people according to the 2010 census, making it a small and tight-knit community. Despite its size, Bernard ranks high on several lists of best places to live. For example, it was ranked as the 25th best place to live in Iowa by Best Places in 2018. This ranking was determined by several different factors such as cost of living, median household income and unemployment rate. Bernard also scored well for its low crime rate and proximity to activities, services and amenities. These rankings demonstrate that despite its small size, Bernard is still a great place to call home for those looking for a peaceful and safe environment with access to plenty of amenities.
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