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Scores (out of 10)
Overall score 6.8
Connector Score 8.2
Safety 5.2
Affordability 6.0
Transportation 10.0
Car-free friendliness 8.5
Walkability 8.6
Things to do 7.1
Food & dining 5.7
Places to stay 7.2
Nature & outdoors 3.5
Scenic value 4.0
Family friendliness 6.5
Solo-traveler friendliness 6.0
Nightlife 5.2
Remote-work friendliness 6.5
Road-trip convenience 7.5
Train-trip convenience 8.8
Bus-trip convenience 8.0
Cost (per person per day, USD)
Budget $148
Mid-range $230
Luxury $459
Living there
Cost of living index (national = 100) 105
Typical 1-bedroom rent $1,270
Population 1.3M
Getting there
Accessible by Drive Train Bus Airport EV charging
Car recommended —
Character
Best for Road trips, Car-free travel
Known for Lakes & rivers, Museums & galleries, Historic sites, Live music, Family & kids
When to go Peak: Periods: State Fair, major conventions…

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