Oronoco, MN is an attractive small town located on the banks of the Zumbro River in Olmsted County, Minnesota. The city is known for its close-knit community and offers a peaceful atmosphere to its residents. According to BestPlaces Rankings, Oronoco ranks highly in regards to aspects such as housing affordability, cost of living, education level, employment opportunities and local amenities. Specifically, Oronoco has a high median home value of $202,400 and a low cost of living index score of 79.2 out of 100. Additionally, according to data from the 2017 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates by the US Census Bureau, 93.6% of the population have at least a high school diploma or higher and 56% have achieved either an associate's degree or higher. Furthermore, there is an abundance of local amenities such as grocery stores, restaurants, coffee shops and parks that all contribute to making Oronoco a desirable place to live in.
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