The small city of Shell Rock, IA (population 2,096), is ranked #2,068 in the BestPlaces rankings for livability. It has an overall score of 63 out of 100, with A grades in amenities, cost of living and education and a B+ grade for crime. The city has three parks and access to outdoor recreation like fishing and hunting. It also boasts excellent schools with students consistently achieving above average scores on the Iowa Assessments. Crime is low with a 1 in 44 chance of being the victim of a property crime and a 1 in 217 chance of being the victim of a violent crime. The cost of living is relatively low, with housing costs at about 8% below the national average. There are plenty of amenities including restaurants, shopping centers, grocery stores and banks. All these factors combine to make Shell Rock an attractive place to live.
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