9 Most Beautiful Places in the US To Retire

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Home to the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor is a quintessential Midwestern college town, known for its parkland, walkability, and historic main street filled with shops, restaurants, and bars.

Fredericksburg, Texas

With a European feel, Fredericksburg offers a pleasant climate, a replica German church in its Marktplatz, and opportunities to explore German heritage, boutique shopping, galleries, restaurants, and wineries.

York, Pennsylvania

This historic city in southern Pennsylvania, surrounded by vineyards, provides excellent healthcare, affordable living, numerous restaurants, parks, walking trails, museums, and galleries

Astoria, Oregon

Located by the Columbia River and near the ocean, Astoria features affordable Victorian housing, local breweries, fine museums, fishing, and other outdoor activities, combined with low crime rates.

Lakewood Ranch, Florida

 Known for its sunny climate and lack of personal income tax, Lakewood Ranch offers low crime rates, affordable living, diverse housing, and is perfect for shoppers, runners, foodies, golfers, and outdoor enthusiasts.

Naples, Florida

Boasting sultry weather and no personal income tax, Naples is rich in golf courses, restaurants, and beaches, with low crime rates and a range of affordable housing options.

Youngstown, Ohio

This charming city in the Mahoning Valley is known for its low living costs, community atmosphere, performing arts scene, hiking and biking trails, historic sites, golf courses, and growing number of breweries

Lake Placid, New York

Set in the Adirondack Mountains, Lake Placid is perfect for winter sports enthusiasts and outdoor activity lovers, with beautiful lake and forest scenery, especially in the fall.

Charlottesville, Virginia

With a vibrant student population and proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains, Charlottesville offers friendly locals, a low cost of living, rich history, and a lively food scene, making it appealing to retirees.