Dakota, WI is a small community located in the Midwest United States. It has a population of about 1,400 people and a total area of 0.5 square miles. Despite its size, Dakota has been recognized as one of the best places to live in the region by esteemed rankings services such as BestPlaces and BestPlaces. According to BestPlaces's \"Best Places to Live\" rankings list for 2020-2021, Dakota received an overall score of 7.5 out of 10 and was ranked #2 in Wisconsin overall. BestPlaces ranks Dakota as one of the top 3% safest cities in Wisconsin with an A+ safety rating and also grades it as one of the best suburbs to raise a family with an A+ grade for its family-friendly environment. Other amenities that make Dakota an attractive place to live include excellent school district ratings, low crime rates, reasonably priced housing options, and access to nearby parks and natural areas for outdoor activities.
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