Cairo, IL is ranked #3,231 out of 62914 cities in the United States, based on BestPlaces rankings. The ranking is determined by a number of factors, such as cost of living, median household income, crime rate and public school ratings. In Cairo the cost of living index is 22% lower than the national average, and the median household income is $22,890 - approximately 22% lower than the national average. The overall crime rate in Cairo is slightly higher than the national average. However there are many positive aspects to living in Cairo; it has a warm climate throughout most of the year and it offers a wide range of recreational activities due to its proximity to Lake Maumelle. In addition to this, public schools in Cairo are highly rated with high graduation rates and strong teacher-student ratios.
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