Fertile, IA is a small city located in Worth County, Iowa. It has an estimated population of 504 according to the 2018 US Census Bureau. The city is known for its rural lifestyle and strong community values. According to the 2020 Best Places Rankings, Fertile scores highly in the categories of cost of living, public schools, and crime & safety. The cost of living index for Fertile is at a low 77.2 out of 100 compared to the US average score of 100, making it one of the most affordable places to live in Iowa. With regard to education, Fertile's public schools rank above average with an 8 out of 10 rating from BestPlaces.net and students averaging a college readiness score of 17 out of 25 on their ACT exams. Finally, when it comes to crime & safety, Fertile ranks above average in overall safety with an 8 out of 10 rating from NeighborhoodScout.com. Overall, Fertile has proven itself to be an attractive place to live given its affordability and strong educational system combined with its safe environment.
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