Best states to live in for older Americans

Where have you always dreamed about spending your golden years. Is it somewhere warm? Somewhere close to family?

Take a look at this article on USAToday.com.

24/7 Wall Street analyzed a variety of factors including income, health, education, environment and access to rank the states in order of their attractiveness to the elderly population.

According to these analytics, the top 5 states for older Americans are Colorado, Maryland, Hawaii, New Hampshire and Connecticut.

Colorado came in at number 1 after ranking in the top 10 for life expectancy and median income for 65 and older households. Colorado was also near the bottom of the group for 65+ poverty rate and 65+ with a disability.

West Virginia, on the other hand, came in at the very bottom of the list after scoring the lowest in both life expectancy and median income for 65+ households.

One of the most important factors taken into consideration was income. Older Americans who live in more expensive areas may have to work longer before they’re able to comfortably retire.