De Soto, IA, located in Dallas County, is ranked favorably on the Bestplaces website. It has a population of 500 and an overall rating of 7.1 out of 10. Among its many appealing qualities are the low cost of living (7.7), high safety ratings (8.4) and housing affordability (10). Additionally, De Soto’s crime rate is below the national average at 18.3 per 1,000 people which makes it a safe place to call home. The unemployment rate is also quite low at 3% making it an attractive option for job-seekers looking for employment opportunities in the rural area. Finally, De Soto’s public schools have consistently scored highly on statewide tests garnering above-average scores in reading and math every year since 2014. This makes De Soto a great place to raise a family or start a business due to its high quality of life standards and economic stability.
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