The city of Waterloo, IA (50702) is ranked highly by Best Places due to its strong economy, diverse population, and a variety of amenities. Specifically, the city has an overall score of 71/100 on the Best Places platform which is well above average and places it in the top quarter of cities nationwide. Additionally, Waterloo's economy scored at a 70/100 while its diversity index was 97/100 - both being above average for the region. Furthermore, it has a wide range of attractions and amenities with great ratings such as parks (91/100), restaurants (80/100), and education centers (76/100). All these factors combined create a high quality of living for those residing in or visiting this great Iowa City.
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