Iuka, MS is a small city located in Tishomingo County. It is best known for its natural beauty and quiet atmosphere, making it an attractive destination for tourists and locals alike. When it comes to rankings, Iuka has been consistently ranked at the top of many lists. According to BestPlaces, Iuka ranks highly in categories such as cost of living, air quality, crime rates, public schools and housing affordability. In terms of cost of living, Iuka ranks 8th out of all the cities in Mississippi with an index value of 91.2; this means that it is nearly 10% cheaper than the national average. The city also has excellent air quality with a rating of 71 on the Air Quality Index (AQI), which is well above the national average. Additionally, Iuka has very low crime rates with just 1 violent crime per 100 people and a property crime rate that is lower than the state average. Finally, both public schools and housing affordability are rated very highly in Iuka with scores that exceed those seen elsewhere in Mississippi. Overall, Iuka offers a great combination of pleasant surroundings and high rankings across several metrics which makes it an attractive destination for those looking to live or visit there.
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