Mount Vernon, Iowa with a population of 5,323 is ranked #3 in the best places to live in Iowa. It has a great education system and strong job opportunities for its citizens. The city is known for its vibrant downtown shopping district and beautiful park system. It also boasts many recreational activities such as golfing, fishing, boating, and camping. The cost of living in Mount Vernon is also very low which makes it an attractive place to live for retirees and young families. Mount Vernon is a great place to call home and offers residents a quality of life that many other towns cannot provide.
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