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This North Carolina Town Among Top 10 Coziest Towns For Retirement

Author Catherine Lane

It is a long way off for most of us, but it is fun to dream about retirement.  Hopefully you will land somewhere delightful in your golden years. This North Carolina town is among the top ten coziest towns for retirement.

So when I think of cozy I think of somewhere small, affordable and beautiful in every way. The Travel has similar criteria. They based their extensive survey on a low cost of living, access to quality healthcare and scenic natural beauty among other things.

From the mountains of the American west to the chilly shores of Alaska these hidden gem towns allow for maximum enjoyment. We are lucky here in the Carolinas.  One North Carolina town and one South Carolina town are considered among the top 10 coziest towns for retirement. For more information on the best states to retire, check out details here from WalletHub.

The Travel says Dillsboro, North Carolina is among the top 10 coziest towns for retirement. Dillsboro is in the beautiful Western North Carolina mountains. It boasts a population of only 216 people. The average price for a house there is below the national average.  The average price for a house is $167,000. There are over 10 art galleries to spend time in and you can even take a Great Smokey Mountain Railroad scenic tour. This does sound like a lovely place to retire.

Greer, South Carolina is also among the top 10 coziest for retirement in the United States. Greer boasts beautiful walking trails according to the The Travel.  This city is bigger at 45,812 citizens.  And the average home price is $328,405.

Dillsboro, North Carolina is among the top ten coziest towns for retirement.  To learn more get details from The Travel right here.

North Carolina in the Top States With Lowest Cost of Living for Retirees

Thinking about retiring soon? Well, we have some good news for you. If you’re in North Carolina, then you are in the right place. North Carolina was recently listed as one of the top states with the lowest cost of living for retirees. If living expenses are important to you during retirement, then this list is just for you!

Money Talks News reports that most people are on a fixed income during retirement, so controlling their expenses is more important than ever. Most people in their retirement want to relax and living somewhere with a low cost of living surely does sound relaxing to me. Wallet Hub conducted a study of “2022’s Best States for Retirees” to help some figure out their next move. Money Talks News took the full study to break down which states were the top 10 most affordable for retirees. Of Course, North Carolina made the list. But, so did South Carolina. Guess the Carolinas really are a great place to be. Check out the top 10 states with the lowest cost of living for retirees.

 

Catherine Lane is the morning show co-host and midday host on Country 1037 in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been with the station for the past 24 years and is a recipient of the Academy of Country Music Major Market Personality of the Year award. Catherine has been on air in both radio and television in the Queen City for 38 years. As a content creator for Country 1037, Catherine writes blogs on local events and restaurants. She also writes about great travel spots and out of the way places in the Carolinas. Anything outdoors, travel, food, animals or the many country artists from the Carolinas.

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