Kauai, Hawaii
For most, living in Hawaii may not be a reasonable option, but those
that can splurge should definitely take it up as an option. For the sake
of mentioning the obvious, living in Hawaii is living in paradise.
Kauai serves as a good medium when it comes to amenities, cost of
living, and recreational opportunities among all the Hawaiian Islands.
Golfing, hiking, beaches, water sports, etc. will keep you busy. The
crime rates are also well below the national average.Con: As mentioned before, living in Hawaii is not a budget friendly option; the cost of living is high and the average house costs over $425,000. Being away from the mainland might be a turnoff for some.
The Woodlands, Texas
Con: Not very culturally diverse
Boulder, Colorado
Due to the rising of Texas economy over recent years, Texas has
become one of the best states to retire in with many great options like
Austin, Rio Grande Valley area, Corpus Christi, San Antonio, and many
more. The Woodlands in Texas are often considered one of the best places
to retire in Texas. There are many master-planned communities in the
town that cater very well to the needs of the retirees and the amenities
of a big city, like Houston, are just 45 minutes away. The crime rates
of this suburban area are low and so is the cost of living. However, due
to the recent increase in inhabitants and the quality of life, the
prices of houses are on the higher end; the average is about $280,000.Con: Not very culturally diverse
Claremont, California
Con: If you are planning to move to this state after retirement, you better start saving up some solid cash. The average house in the state in general costs about $430,000 and is close to $580,000 in Claremont. The cost of living is also significantly higher.
Ithaca, New York
Those looking to enjoy a vibrant cultural atmosphere will enjoy
living in Ithaca; it is home to two large universities – Cornell
University and Ithaca College. The town also features various gorges and
waterfalls and plenty of natural walkable areas. This town is serves
great example for an intellectually liberal community. The violent crime
rates are extremely low and the property crime rates are also lower
than the national average; an exceptional quality considering this is
not a scenario for many college towns. The town features warm summers
and cold winters, perfect for those looking for a change of season.Con: The average house costs over $200,000 and the cost of living is on the higher end; however, this is still below the national average.
Bartlesville, Oklahoma
Con: Nearest city is about an hour away.
Athens, Georgia
Although Georgia is predominantly a
conservative state, the existence of The University of Georgia has
helped by providing a substantial balance in cultural attitudes; plus it
brings in all the life a place needs. The cost of living is below the
national average and average houses are around $140,000. The weather is
temperate. The crime rate is about the national average and has actually
shown signs of improvement over the last few years.
Con: The downtown may seem overwhelming due to the heavy population of the city.Venice, Florida
Developed in 1925 by the Brotherhood of
Locomotive Engineers, Venice, Florida’s purpose was to create a
community for the retired and therefore all your needs are catered to.
In fact, Florida in general has been notorious for being inhabited by
retirees but Venice is one of the most cost effective cities in the
state. It has an average living and housing costs just a little under
the rest of the state, especially compared with the extremely high
property values in Fort Lauderdale and Napa. There is a beautiful beach
in the vicinity and 31 municipal parks. It is not far too far from
bigger cities, quite peaceful, and warm throughout the year. Also, the
crime rates are impressively low.
Con: Prone to hurricanes.
Boise, Idaho
Statistically, Boise is below the
nation’s average in both violent and property crimes. It is a pleasant
experience for those that enjoy outdoor activity with a lot of outdoor
activities to offer. The average cost of housing is slightly below the
national average around $170,000 but the overall cost of living is
slightly higher than the average. The weather is dry throughout the year
and is temperate, so you don’t have to worry about extreme weather
here. Being the state’s capitol, it also has all the required amenities
and is pleasantly bustling.
Cons: Not as culturally blissful as large cities should be but recent attitude suggests that change is on the way.
Bellingham, Washington
Bellingham, Washington
Bellingham is a great destination for the
active adults. The city is overwhelmingly scenic and caters pleasingly
to those who enjoy doing outdoor activities and the air is exceptionally
clean. With Western Washington University, and three other community
colleges, the city is a college town, extremely culturally active and
filled with amenities associated with an educationally active town. It
has a thriving, safe and interesting downtown. Winters are cold but
certainly beautiful this can be a plus if you enjoy skiing.
Unfortunately, the city’s average house cost is $250,000+ and the cost
of living is higher than nation’s average; but for those who can swing
the lifestyle, do keep Bellingham in consideration.
Con: Although, the rate
of violent crimes in Bellingham is quite below the national average, the
numbers are slightly higher for property crimes and houses are slightly
towards the expensive end.
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