Peno, South Dakota is a small town with a population of just under 500 people. Despite its small size, Peno has been recognized for its high quality of life by BestPlaces, which ranks it highly among cities and towns in the region. With an overall score of 7.6 out of 10, Peno ranks well above the national average of 6.1 for similar sized towns. It is especially noted for its low crime rate and excellent educational opportunities as evidenced by its \"A+\" rating for public schools in BestPlaces' school rankings. Its cost of living is also far below the U.S average and median home prices are more than 40% lower than the national median making it one of the most affordable places to live in South Dakota. Overall, Peno offers an attractive combination of quality services and affordability that make it one of the best places to raise a family in this part of America.
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