Windsor Heights, IA is a small city in Polk County located just west of Des Moines. It has a population of about 5,000 and offers a unique quality of life with its amenities and services. The city has been ranked highly by BestPlaces for several metrics including cost of living, crime rate, and education level. Cost of living is particularly low in Windsor Heights scoring an impressive 79 out of 100, nearly 15 points higher than the national average. Crime rate is also much lower than the national average with a score of 81 out of 100. The city also boasts high educational attainment with 84% of adults holding at least a bachelor's degree or higher compared to the national average of 33%. All these factors combined make Windsor Heights an attractive place to live for families looking for safety, affordability, and good schools.
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