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America's Best State for Seniors

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The US News & World Report has published a rating of the best cities in the United States for retirees in 2020-2021. The study involved 150 metropolises that were evaluated according to several criteria: happiness of le locals, housing affordability, tax rates and the quality of the health system. The first places in the rating were taken by the cities of the state of Florida, so let's review the top five of them.

Sarasota

Population 786,000 people
Average annual salary $44,200
Average age of local residents 51,2 years
Average home price (2019 data) $227,700
Unemployment rate 3,1%
Average monthly rent $1,152

Sarasota is a seaside resort in the southwestern Florida, located on the gulf coast. In addition to the mild climate and award-winning beaches, there is a thriving cultural life, shopping and restaurant development.

The city will appeal to nature lovers: there are several green areas, including the large Myakka River State Park, as well as a large number of golf clubs. The most popular beaches are Siesta with white sand and Lido with a wide strip of coastline. If they are crowded, Longbow beach, Venice beach, Bradenton beach or the beaches of Anna Maria island are available within a short drive of the city.

All this attracts more and more new residents and tourists to Sarasota. Because of it the city is growing, increasing its construction scale. At the same time, the economy is also strengthening: the labor market is expanding, in particular for workers in the health and tourism sectors. Small business owners are also becoming more confident.

The city has a large population of people aged 65+. It is not surprising, because it is the pensioners who have the most active life here than anyone else. In Sarasota, there are many institutions that focus on social support and development of activities among the elderly. The most eventful season is from October to April.

However, Sarasota is also suitable for younger people, as well as families. You should not expect such a variety of nightlife as, for example, in Miami, but there is access to good schools, parks and attractions. Bars, restaurants, and craft Breweries are also popular in Sarasota.

Sarasota, Florida

Fort Myers

Population 719,000 people
Average annual salary $43,000
Average age of local residents 48,1 years
Average home price (2019 data) $226,800
Unemployment rate 3,2%
Average monthly rent $1,093

Fort Myers is located on the banks of the Kalusahatchee river in the Southwest of the state. Despite the fact that the city is growing and developing, it retains the heritage of a once small provincial town. A cozy center with compact shops and restaurants, many of which, by the way, are dog friendly. Museums, festivals, theaters, parks, historical sites and art galleries can be found in the city with a rich social and cultural life.

In general, this city is one of the busiest on the gulf coast. And the local Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, Broadway Palm Dinner Theater and Arcade Theater often attract visitors from other regions.

Not only cultural life is developed here. In the immediate vicinity of the city there is a beach of the same name, and across the bridge there is the Sanibel island. Both locations are very popular among yachtsmen, kayakers and sailors. Rowing and fishing tournaments are also held on the water.

More than a quarter of the local population is over 65 years old. But there is also a younger population that flocks to Fort Myers for work. The city is also home to a large number of young families, there are slightly more couples than single people.

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Port St. Lucie

Population 463,000 people
Average annual salary $44,000
Average age of local residents 47,4 years
Average home price (2019 data) $222,000
Unemployment rate 3,7%
Average monthly rent $1,126

Port St. Lucie is located in the southeastern side of the state, midway between Miami and Orlando. This town is distinguished from its large neighbors by its calm atmosphere, quiet clean streets, numerous canals and other water areas.

The St. Lucie River is an important part of life in the city, a valuable resource that is used for fishing and entertainment, such as boating. In general, walking along the river embankment and the nearest beaches is one of the most popular activities in the region.

People also visit trails at the Oxbow Ecocenter, the Savannas Preserve State Park and the Botanical Garden. The latter, by the way, regularly hosts family entertainment programs and jazz evenings for adults.

However, Port St. Lucie is also popular for the comfort and convenience of recreation. The city has an all-inclusive resort, Club Med Sandpiper Bay. Here you can relax in SPA, visit restaurants, go kayaking, swim in pools and much more.

The cultural program is offered by the MidFlorida Credit Union event center. Everyone comes here, both pensioners and preschoolers. First play racquetball, others are engaged in children's entertainment.

There are city cultural events and festivals, most of which take place from November to February. The most famous ones are the Oktoberfest, Festival of Lights, "Taste of little Italy" and "Invasion of food trucks".

Pensioners (65+) make 25.6% of the city population, 27.2% are people aged 45 to 64 years. Newcomers are attracted by the warm climate, low cost of living, access to water and an abundance of good medical facilities. Families, particularly those with young children, rely on low crime rates and high levels of local schools.

Naples, Florida

Naples

Population 364,000 people
Average annual salary $46,300
Average age of local residents 50,3 years
Average home price (2019 data) $326,900
Unemployment rate 3,1%
Average monthly rent $1,228

Naples is located in the Collier district. Traditionally, it also includes the area of Immokali and the Marco island.

Naples and Marco are a popular destination for wealthy retirees who love the warmth, gorgeous beaches, huge golf courses and expensive restaurants. This luxury is combined with the simplicity of the countryside, where cattle are grazed and tomatoes are picked in the fields.

This area is characterized by so-called seasonal tides, which relate to the influx and outflow of people. During the winter months, Americans from colder states come here to enjoy the warmth and sun. But with the onset of the hot summer months, they again leave Naples and Marco.

The greatest attraction is the local beaches, especially for professional yachtsmen and fishermen.

But natural attractions are not only concentrated on the coast. For example, the local Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary is popular. It has almost 4 km of trails through prairies, swamps to the largest and oldest cypress forest in North America.

Another green canton is the Big Cypress national wildlife refuge. Its almost 300 km hectare, can be explored by bike, canoe, kayak and on foot. There are also smaller parks like Clam Pass Park, Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park and Barefoot Beach Reserve, which are concentrated closer to the densely populated Western part of the County.

For lovers of social entertainment, you should pay attention to the Seminole casino in Immocali, restaurants and shops on South Fifth Avenue in Naples, or jazz concerts in Cambier Park. You can also explore the region's history and heritage at the Baker Museum.

The gastronomic sphere is represented not only by restaurants, but also by annual festivals. The first is dedicated to seafood and is held in Everglades city, a small fishing town 45 km East of the Marco island. The second is the winter wine festival in Naples.

Collier County as a whole has long been a desirable place for an upscale home away from home in retirement. Nothing has changed, it still continues to attract wealthy elderly people with its warm weather, high standard of living, good beaches and well-groomed area.

But young people are not uncommon here. The fact is that the neighbors of the city are the University of Florida Gulf Coast in neighboring Lee County and Southwestern State College with a campus near Naples. Young people are also attracted to Breweries, dive bars, clubs and other coastal establishments.

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Ocala

Population 348,000 people
Average annual salary $38,600
Average age of local residents 48,6 years
Average home price (2019 data) $152,400
Unemployment rate 3,8%
Average monthly rent $859

The city of Ocala is known as the world capital of horses! And despite the fact that the territory is thriving and becoming a more multi-faceted community, equestrian sports are still valued here.

There are large green areas-pastures and horse farms around the city, and in its historical center is filled with houses of the Victorian era, organically included in an active social life.

Gastronomy, night entertainment, creative events, concerts of symphony orchestras, ballet productions, breweries, meetings of artists, cinematographers and sculptors – all this offers Ocala to its residents and guests.

But still, the main attractions of the city are natural beauty. The most famous of them is the State Park in Silver Springs, ecotrail of the Park Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway.

The city and its surrounding areas used to be mostly inhabited by pensioners. Now half of the population is under 50 years of age. However, senior citizens over the age of 65 still live in the Glass. They are an active part of the community.

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