Charlottesville, Virginia

• Cost of living for seniors: 0.2% below the national average
• State’s tax rating for retirees: Tax Friendly

Thomas Jefferson laid the foundation for the beautiful city his hometown evolved into. In this charming place, you’ll find a community that’s an unexpected blend of liberal edge and Southern charm. This makes it an exceptional choice for all types of retirees.

You can find many options for outdoor adventures at the bottom of the Blue Ridge Mountains, with over 100 miles of the Appalachian Trail in Shenandoah National Park.

Generally speaking, the city’s violent crime rate is 175.4 reported incidents per 100,000 citizens, compared with a 297.8 rate for all other cities in our country of similar size.

This charming place also ranks 5th for overall well-being, out of all 187 metro areas in the Gallup-Sharecare Well-Being Index, with above-average scores in all categories, including resident satisfaction and physical health.