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Custer, WA is a small town located in Whatcom County, Washington. It is known for its beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. When it comes to rankings, Custer has been recognized as one of the best places to live in the United States. BestPlaces Magazine listed Custer as one of the 25 Best Places to Retire in 2019, citing its \"affordable housing costs\" and \"low crime rate\". Additionally, BestPlaces rated it as one of the top 25 safest towns in the US. Besides being a great place to retire and live safely, Custer also ranks highly for quality of life. WalletHub gives it an A+ rating for amenities; including access to healthcare services and restaurants. With plenty of outdoor activities such as hiking trails, parks, golf courses and camping areas nearby, Custer is an ideal place for nature lovers who want to experience the best of living in the Pacific Northwest.

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#3 Where to Live to Avoid a Natural Disaster (Lowest Risk)
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#3 Most Secure Places to Live in the U.S. (Mid-Size Metro Areas)
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#3 Safest Places from Natural Disasters
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#7 Most Secure Places to Live 2011 (Mid-Size Cities)
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#30 America's Most (and Least) Stressful Cities (117 Smallest Metro Areas)
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#38 2005 Best Places to Live
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#46 Best Green Cities
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#92 America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Smallest Metro Areas)
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There is some very good shopping on or near Custer. The Custer Country store offers groceries and has very good lunch's and coffee. There is also a very good mall on  More

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