Richlands, NC is a small town located in Onslow County with a population of just over 4,000. Despite its size, Richlands offers big town amenities and is highly ranked by BestPlaces for its livability. Its Cost of Living Index is rated 88 out of 100, indicating that it is less expensive than the national average. It has an excellent Education rating of 84 out of 100 due to its well performing schools. The Safety Index rating stands at 82 out of 100 and shows that it is a safe place to live. Additionally, Richlands has numerous outdoor recreation areas such as parks and trails as well as plenty of activities like arts and entertainment making it an attractive place to live or visit. Overall, Richlands scores high on all BestPlace rankings indicating that it is an excellent place to live or visit.
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