Pana, IL is a small town located in Christian County, Illinois with a population of just over 4,200 people. Despite its small size, Pana ranks highly on many bestplaces rankings. According to BestPlaces, the city has an overall rating of 7/10 and ranks in the top 10% of cities in the state for safety. Additionally, it has a high quality of life score of 7/10 and ranks within the top 5% of cities in the same state for education, diversity, and health & fitness. The town's unemployment rate is lower than both the state and national averages at 3 percent. Furthermore, Pana is known for its affordability with housing prices 28% lower than the rest of Illinois. All these bestplace rankings make Pana an ideal place to live for those looking for a safe and affordable small town lifestyle.
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