Ready to retire now, or just planning for your future? These small towns across the United States should be on your radar for access to healthcare, plentiful green spaces, and low costs of living.
Lawrence, Kansas
Home to the University of Kansas, Lawrence is a quintessential college town with arts, culture, sports, and plenty of open, green spaces. It’s also a great place to retire thanks to affordable home prices and zero estate tax. It’s among the most bike-friendly cities, too. There are miles of bike lanes and bike paths across Lawrence. Stroll across the beautiful historic district, which has plenty of coffee shops, boutiques, pubs, and cafés. The Lawrence Farmers’ Market is the place to be on Saturday mornings for locally roasted coffee and organic produce.