Tingley, IA is a small town located in Ringgold County with a population of only 173 people. Despite its small size, Tingley has earned recognition for its strong community spirit, peaceful atmosphere and quality of life. According to BestPlaces, Tingley boasts an outstanding overall ranking of 9.4 out of 10, based on factors such as cost of living, crime rates, education levels and housing availability. This high rating places Tingley among the top towns in the Midwest region and in the state of Iowa for livability. Additionally, Tingley receives particularly high ratings for amenities (9.5) which include recreational activities like parks and golf courses; public safety (8.6) due to low crime rates; education (7.2), reflecting the quality of nearby schools; diversity (7.1); and employment (6.9). All these scores demonstrate that while Tingley might be small in size, it offers big opportunities and benefits for its residents.
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