Lisbon, Iowa is a small town located in Linn County with a population of 1,238 residents as of 2019. Despite its small size, Lisbon has been highly ranked by BestPlaces for its livability and affordability. It boasts low crime rates, a high median income, and high home values. According to BestPlaces rankings, Lisbon is highly ranked in terms of affordability and education, coming in at 11th out of the 92 cities that were surveyed. The city also scored very well on the economic environment index; it placed 9th in terms of employment growth and 21st for job diversity. In addition, Lisbon was 28th out of all the surveyed cities for quality of life and culture—ranking especially high in diversity and safety. Overall, Lisbon is a great place to live that offers plenty of opportunities for its residents to enjoy a peaceful lifestyle.
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