After the age of 65, many Americans begin looking for a place to retire. Many want to move to a more temperate climate where the medical facilities are good and they can play golf all year around. Another important factor is that the area be moderately priced since most retirees are on a fixed income.
Tucson is 60 miles North of the Mexican border and because of its very mild winters, many retirees find it to be an ideal home. One of the biggest benefits that Arizona offers retirees is an income-based discount prescription plan that it gives to residents who are seniors and disabled.
The city government also has a housing and community development department whose main responsibility is to administer housing, community improvement and social services programs. The department also organizes, funds and manages programs to help the people of the community to improve their housing options, their environment and their lives. Various other environmental and health and safety programs are available throughout the city. The median home price is approximately $146,000 as of 2010.
This city is a popular retirement community due to its warm weather, sandy beaches and year-round golf season. The trend in the area used to be mobile home living but with the increasing number of people who want to retire to the area, home developers have begun to make more affordable choices by producing manufactured home communities. In addition, Florida residents are also offered up to $25,000 in property tax exemptions, which makes the state an ideal place to retire.
The median home price is roughly $150,000 as of 2010.
Traverse City is the cherry capital of the world and has a reputation as one of the top arts towns in the country. It has been a popular retirement destination because of its arts and music, and the never-ending list of activities that can be enjoyed on Lake Michigan such as golf and skiing. There are also annual events such as the National Cherry Festival and the Sleeping Bear Dunes Festival. There are a number of ski resorts, and the lake offers beautiful boating and beach experiences. The city also boasts 13 museums and galleries.
The local economy is driven by tourism and agriculture. The city's medical needs are served by the Munson Medical Center, which also serves the surrounding counties. The city also has a low crime rate. As of 2010 a median priced home cost $158,000.
