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Independence, OR is a small city with a population of 9,878 people. It is located in Oregon and known for its pleasant climate and wooded areas. According to BestPlaces rankings, Independence has an overall rank of 53 out of 100. This ranking takes into account the amenities that are available in the city, including dining options, nightlife venues, and shopping opportunities. The cost of living in Independence is ranked at 45 out of 100, indicating that it is relatively affordable for its residents. Additionally, the diversity score for Independence is rated at 50 out of 100; this means that there is not a significant amount of ethnic or cultural diversity within the city limits. In terms of safety, Independence ranks fairly well at 77 out of 100 due to its low violent crime rate and other factors like access to fire protection services. All in all, Independence appears to be a good place to live for those looking for an affordable and safe location with easy access to amenities.

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#54 Best Green Cities
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#72 High Gas Prices - Which Cities are Hit the Hardest?
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#82 2005 High Gas Prices
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#100 America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Mid-Size Metro Areas)
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#141 2005 Best Places to Live
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Over 15 years ago

For a town of ~9k people the amenities are good; this is also helped by state college Western Oregon University in the neighboring city of Monmouth(all within a 3-mile  More

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Over 16 years ago

Independence is a small town with a friendly feel. Great place to live if you want to get away from the fast pace of a big city. After living here for eight years  More

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