Washington : Washington d.c.

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What Washington is like for active adults
The Nation's Capital is a tremendous place for people who want to retire in an urban lifestyle. It is expensive, but there are many beautiful neighborhoods and always something to see or do.
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What is special about this retirement community
Washington is the center of the political universe.  It has amazing museums and countless free sources of entertainment. The Cherry Blossom Festival and Presidential Inaugurations are very special.
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What is not special about this retirement community
Washington has a lot of urban poor clustered in many neighborhoods. The wealthy and the young urban types have an uneasy existence with the poor - and vice versa. There is a great deal of crime.
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Facts about WASHINGTON
  • State: DC
  • Environment: Urban,College Town,
  • City Population: 100,001+
  • Median age of Population: 25-44
  • Avg Jan Temperature: 21-40
  • Median HH Income: 60,001-80,000
  • Average Home Price (MLS): $300,001-$500,000
  • Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house: 2000-4000
  • Total Crime Index: 121+ (very high)
  • Cost of Living Index: 111-120 (high)
  • Culture Index: 121+ (very high)
  • State Sales Tax: Yes
  • State Income Tax: Yes
  • Name of the Guide: boomer1

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