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Phoenix Arizona
Covering almost 2000 square miles, Phoenix is easily the largest metropolis in the Southwest, and incorporates dozens of bedroom communities including Scottsdale, Mesa and Tempe. Phoenix’s attitude toward sustainability has given rise to more than 80 city programs devoted to “Living Like it Matters!” which have helped the area thrive in this unique and beautiful desert environment. Population: 1,445,632 people according to the 2010 U.S. Census.
Climate: The Valley of the Sun boasts 300 days of sunshine a year, with searing heat in summer, but balmy days prevail in winter.
Cost of living: Reasonable for retirement at 5% less than the national average.
Housing costs: Housing is a bit more expensive, at 18% greater than the national average. The median retirement home will cost around $176,600.
Colleges and Universities: Exciting opportunities await retirees at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute which is a part of Arizona State University. For those not familiar with OLLI, there are 117 of these university-affiliated Osher Institutes nationwide, from Maine to Hawaii, which work to provide a diverse repertoire of intellectually stimulating short courses, lectures, and workshops for retirement age adults seeking to expand and share their knowledge while meeting new friends and forming new social networks.
Transportation:Phoenix’s Sky Harbor International Airport will get retirees anywhere in the world. Valley Metro runs buses all over the valley, some of them free.
Travel and tourism: Because of Phoenix’s beautiful weather, retirees will be able to enjoy most activities such as golfing all year-round. Easy access to the Sonoran Desert and its surprising biological diversity is provided through the city’s extensive desert preserve system. City-run facilities such as Pueblo Grande Museum and Heritage and Science Park offer a chance to learn about the Valley’s native heritage and history.
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