The Laurel, MS Metro Area is ranked highly in many categories by BestPlaces.net. It is ranked highly for amenities and cost of living, with an overall score of 76 out of 100. The city also ranks above average for jobs and housing, with an average rating of 64 out of 100 and 70 out of 100 respectively. Crime rates are generally low compared to the national average, earning a score of 74 out of 100. Education is an additional area that does well in the Laurel Metro Area rankings, scoring 77 out of 100. Overall, Laurel is considered one of the best places to live because it offers a high quality of life at a reasonable cost.
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