Polk, MO County is ranked favorably in several bestplaces rankings. The county has a low crime rate and high educational attainment, coming in at #50 and #56 respectively among counties with similar population sizes across the U.S· In terms of air quality, Polk ranks highly at #17 in the nation. When it comes to leisure activities, Polk enjoys an impressive ranking of #5 due to its abundance of natural attractions and recreational offerings. Finally, Polk also has an excellent score for cost of living, coming in at #39 overall among all U.S counties. This makes Polk an attractive option for those looking for a balance between affordability and quality of life.
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