Concrete, WA is a small city located in northwest Washington state. It is part of Skagit County and has a population of approximately 1,500 people. Despite its small size, Concrete has consistently ranked highly in the annual Best Places rankings. In 2019, it was listed as one of the Top 10 Safest Cities in America and ranked 5th in Economic Well-Being in Washington State. Concrete also scored high for its low cost of living and access to quality health care, ranking 7th among cities with similar populations. Additionally, it was ranked 8th for its strong public safety record and low crime rate. Overall, Concrete is an ideal place to live where residents enjoy high standards of living at an affordable cost.
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