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Iowa State University News Service

UPDATE: Check out our new 2023 Best Cities to Live in the U.S. list.

liv score
618
How We Calculate Our Data
Civics 58
Demographics 24
Economy 62
Education 90
Health 72
Housing 66
Infrastructure 59

#35. Ames, IA

Centrally located, Ames plays a major role in the nation’s animal and food safety initiatives. One of two national sites for the United States Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is located in Ames. The city also has Iowa State University, a leader in agriculture, design and veterinary medicine. Ames has been ranked one of the Best College Towns in the country. Residents enjoy 35 woodland parks, more than 30 miles of bike and walking trails, five golf courses, and a vibrant downtown.

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