Monroe County, Indiana is ranked favorably in most of the BestPlaces categories. It ranks as #5 for Cost of Living, #7 for Jobs, and #14 for Public Schools in the state. It also has a high Crime & Safety rating of 8 out of 10, making it a safe place to live. In addition, housing affordability is excellent with an Owner Costs as Percent Income ranking of 18 out of 100. Monroe County has a moderate climate with average temperatures around 32 °F in the winter and 79°F in the summer months. All these factors combine to make Monroe County one of the best places to live in Indiana.
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