The Iowa City, IA Metro Area is ranked #1 in the Bestplaces.net rankings for Communities & Neighborhoods and for Cost of Living. It is also ranked in the top 5 cities nationwide in Education and Healthcare Quality. With its low cost of living and exceptional quality of life, Iowa City has become an attractive destination for those seeking a safe, friendly, and vibrant place to live and work. The city offers plenty of parks, trails and recreation areas as well as all sorts of shopping, dining, art galleries and entertainment opportunities. There are also many cultural attractions such as the State Capitol Building and the University of Iowa. Iowa City truly has something for everyone!
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