Top 10 Ideal Retirement Destinations (If You Still Like Winter)

Let’s face it. Not everyone wants to be a snowbird — or can afford to be one. There are plenty of cities that are ideal for retirees who are looking for a single place to live out their golden years, while still enjoying all four seasons. From college towns to big cities, these are the top 10 places to consider according to Finance Buzz.

1. Corvallis, Oregon – Mild winters and beautiful summers make it a desirable location to live and enjoy abundant outdoor activities.
2. Ann Arbor, Michigan – As a college town it offers plenty of enrichment opportunities featuring academics, athletics and culture.
3. New Haven, Connecticut – The colorful fall leaves are reason enough, but as home to Yale this quaint town has plenty to offer retirees.
4. Nashville, Tennessee – With a moderate cost of living and access to notable live music venues like the famed Grand Ole Opry, retirees are happy to call Nashville home.
5. Asheville, North Carolina – With the Blue Ridge Mountains as a backdrop, this city offers seniors a serene retirement.
6. Portland, Maine – From its charming cobblestone streets to its bustling waterfront, this seaside city is popular with retirees who don’t shy away from cold weather.
7. Portland, Oregon – This west coast city is a food lovers paradise, as well as offering picturesque views of the majestic Mount Hood.
8. Dallas, Texas – Everything is bigger in Texas and this city is home to one of the largest art districts in the country. It also offers retirees big city action including several professional sports teams.
9. Fort Collins, Colorado – In addition to skiing in the winter and hiking in the summer, this city offers charm, culture and lots of craft breweries.
10. Lancaster, Pennsylvania – Affordability is a big draw here, as is its close proximity to Philadelphia, Washington DC and Baltimore.

No matter where you choose to live, The Seniors Trust wants you to enjoy a quality retirement without stressing about money. That’s why we want to see Congress enact The Social Security Expansion Act. It will give retirees an immediate $200 per month (average) benefits increase, create a fair annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), and increase minimum benefits.