Sandy Lake, Pennsylvania is a small borough located in Mercer County with a population of just over 1000. Despite its small stature, Sandy Lake has consistently ranked high on surveys conducted by BestPlaces.net. According to the website, Sandy Lake ranks as the 10th best place to live in Pennsylvania and holds a score of 8 out of 10 for its “livability” that considers factors such as crime rate, cost of living, amenities, housing, education and employment. Sandy Lake also ranks 2nd in Mercer County for the same criteria with a score of 7.3 out of 10 earning it recognition for its great quality of life. Residents of Sandy Lake enjoy its tight-knit community atmosphere and access to outdoor activities at Margaret Whetstone Park. As well as being close to other larger cities such as Oil City and Franklin which offer additional amenities for its citizens.
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