Independence, IA is a city located in Iowa and has a population of 50644. According to Bestplaces, Independence, IA ranks high with an overall ranking of #31 out of all the cities in the US. This ranking considers metrics such as cost of living, crime rate, education, employment, housing and weather. The city offers low housing costs at 17% below the national average and 8% lower than the Iowa state average. For those looking for a safe place to live, Independence is ranked 6th safest in Iowa for property crime rates and 10th safest for violent crime rates. Furthermore, residents have access to excellent educational opportunities with graduation rates that score 6 points higher than the national average. Lastly, the city's employment opportunities provide ample job growth with a predicted increase of 2.5% over the next ten years due to its strong economic base.
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