Alabama Was Just Named The Sixth Best Place In The Country To Retire
Jennifer Young
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Have you ever asked, “Is Alabama a good place to retire?” If you have, the short answer is yes! One of the things that most people look forward to is retirement. While most folks choose to retire in their current town, many others decide to move elsewhere. There are many great states to retire in, including Hawaii, Tennessee, and Georgia. And you’ll be delighted to know that according to the World population Review, Alabama is the sixth-best place in the country to retire. Listed below are 10 reasons why many people are choosing to retire here in the Yellowhammer State.
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Want more reasons why retiring in Alabama is a great idea? Check out this YouTube video by Econotravel highlighting why Alabama is an attractive place to live.
So, the next time you ask yourself, “is Alabama a good place to retire?” rest assured that it’s one of the best places to enjoy your golden years. Can you think of any other reasons more and more people are retiring in Alabama? If so, please share them with us in the comments below.
For a list of reasons to love Alabama, be sure to take a look at the following article: 15 Reasons Why My Heart Will Always Be In Alabama. Also, if you’re searching for some adventure in the Yellowhammer State, here are some things to do in Alabama that we recommend.
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What are some of the best places in Alabama to retire?
If you’re searching for the best places to retire in Alabama, consider the charming town of Fairhope. In addition, there are lots of small towns in Alabama that are great places to retire, and they include:
- Mentone, DeKalb County
- Monroeville, Monroe County
- Bridgeport, Jackson County
- Mooresville, Limestone County
- Dauphin Island, Mobile County
- Magnolia Springs, Baldwin County
- Orange Beach, Baldwin County
- Eufaula, Barbour County
- Tuscumbia, Colbert County
- Theodore, Mobile County
Be sure to check out our article with more information about the best places to retire in Alabama.
What are some of the best attractions in Alabama?
Whether you’re searching for parks, lakes, beaches, or more, we have lots of attractions in Alabama that are worth visiting. Here are 10 of the best attractions in Alabama that I recommend:
- Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Birmingham
- Gulf Coast Beaches
- Oak Mountain State Park, Pelham
- Children's Hands-On Museum - Tuscaloosa
- Lake Guntersville, Guntersville
- Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, Gulf Shores
- Tropic Falls at OWA, Foley,
- Alabama Safari Park, Hope Hull
- U.S. Space & Rocket Center, Huntsville
- Little River Canyon National Preserve, Fort Payne
Don’t forget to check out our previous article about some of the best attractions in Alabama.
What are some fun facts about Alabama?
Did you know that Alabama is home to 43% of all types of snails in the US? Well, it is. Here are some more fun facts about Alabama that you will enjoy:
- The electric streetcar system began in Montgomery
- America's first Mardi Gras happened in 1703 in Mobile
- The Saturn V rocket (Apollo 11) was built in Huntsville
- Home of the “World's Largest Office Chair,"
- Alabama has its very own Stonehenge in Elberta
- The first 911 call was made in Haleyville
- First state to make Christmas an official holiday
Read our previous article to discover more fun facts about Alabama.