Here Are the 10 Best Cities in Kentucky to Retire in
By Jenn Shockley|Published September 10, 2015
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Jenn Shockley
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I am somewhat a cliche'. I grew up running around barefoot on a farm in Kentucky.
I love writing, art, sunshine, all animals and my incredibly patient husband, who tolerates my "crazy animal lady" side.
When the time comes to retire in Kentucky, most of us want a place where we will be happy. Some people want convenience and easy access for their needs. Others may be more interested in access to medical facilities and care. It all depends on the person and their specific wants of needs. There are some wonderful retirement communities for 55+ all across the state, and those seeking out a more specialized setting. They tend to have community activities and group functions that help soothe the days of people who prefer a busier schedule, but allow others to just relax.
Anywhere we are in the Bluegrass State, we can look around and see beauty. That’s a perfect reason to retire here, and these are 10 of the best places to do so:
This is a dry community, so if you want to retire somewhere alcohol is limited, this is the place. It's a quiet, peaceful town with a low crime rate and cost of living. There's medical care available and plenty of places to enjoy arts and crafts. One might say Berea is a crafty little college town and it's renowned for being the home of the historic 1909 Boone Tavern.
This beautiful community was listed on Forbes list of best places to retire in 2014, which is quite an accomplishment considering the out of state competition. Click Here To Visit.
If you want to live somewhere where the people still wave as you drive past, and the smell of fresh baked goods wafts through the air… Come to Columbia. The area itself is beautiful, filled with green rolling hills and vibrant trees. The farmlands are also active, growing lots of fresh produce seasonally. There are medical facilities, and likely if you need help, a neighbor will lend a hand.
This friendly, down home community is a fantastic place to spend your twilight years. There's a fantastic library, beautiful scenery, extremely low crime rate, and access to medical facilities. There really isn’t a lot bad to say about this town. It's also home to the Pioneer Playhouse, the oldest outdoor theater in our state (opened in 1950).
Alcohol is limited in Etown, and is served primarily in specific licensed restaurants. There's a large population of 55+, many of whom are long time residents. The crime rate is far below average, and residents have quick and easy access to the beautiful Appalachians. This community is also home to the historic First Baptist Church, built in 1855.
Our state capital is a great place to retire, with little under 30,000 people, a variety of historical attractions, and convenient medical facilities. There are slightly colder temperatures in Frankfort, but there's also easy access to the Kentucky River, and an 18 hole golf course, both of which offer entertainment for local retirees.
There are around 300,000 residents in this area, which means there are plenty of medical facilities, community centers, and activities for retirees to enjoy. This is a college town, which allows it to be more culturally friendly. However, crime rates aren't especially low, and some may consider Lexington crowded.
Despite having a high crime rate, this large city offers retirees a variety of living arrangements from historic buildings to individual homes, and assisted living communities. There are plenty of medical facilities available, regardless of the type of insurance and caring individuals to help ease retirees into their new life.
This college town may not seem like an ideal place to retire, but it offers the Land of the Lakes Recreation Center, which has lots of activities. Many retirees live in town, and along the outskirts, depending on their needs. One thing they all get is beautiful surroundings, low criminal activity, and a culturally friendly community.
This is a small community with around 1000 residents, which allows it to maintain a certain serenity. Crime is extremely low here, but the nearest hospital is over 15 miles away. The cultural scene is also relatively nonexistent, but if you love the closeness of a small town, this is the place for you.
When it comes to retiring, Kentucky welcomes its elders. These and plenty of other communities will have something that says, “welcome home”, to retirees seeking stability. Please share your thoughts on the best place to retire in our beautiful Bluegrass State below!
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