Piedmont, South Dakota is a small town with a population of just over 1,000 people. Despite its size, the town has great quality of life and is ranked highly in BestPlaces rankings. The town is ranked in the top 5% nationally for crime and safety, coming in at number 29 out of 541 cities. Moreover, the town boasts an A+ grade for housing affordability as well as an overall livability score of 80/100 from BestPlaces. It also has been ranked as one of the Top 10 Cities for Retirement by SmartAsset due to its high livability ratings and safe streets; among its peers it stands out as having strong school system and plenty of recreational activities options. All these factors make Piedmont a great place to live or retire.
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