Sumner, IA is a small town located in Bremer County, Iowa. It has a population of just over 2,000 people according to the 2010 census. Despite its size, Sumner is known for its quality of life and excellent education system. The town was ranked 18th out of 82 Iowa cities in a recent study by BestPlaces, which evaluates cities on their housing costs, crime rate, education level and other measures. Sumner scored well in all areas but particularly excelled in terms of its high median household incomes, low unemployment rates and strong educational attainment. In addition to high rankings from BestPlaces, Sumner was also named one of the “50 Safest Cities” by Value Penguin in 2019. This recognition reinforces the idea that living in Sumner is both safe and desirable for families looking for an affordable place to reside with great schools and plenty of amenities.
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