If you have been looking for the best Alabama retirement communities this website has the data and opinions you need. Choose Alabama retirement communities that are popular with active adults 55 and over,
like Eufala, or Fair Hope. Topretirements gives you community profiles written by active adults who know these communities. Reviews include a photo, Google Map, and detailed facts about the towns in Alabama and other states that attract baby boomers in retirement.
Overall
Alabama has become a top state for retirement communities because of its warm climate and welcoming community. The Tax Foundation's research indicates that Alabama is the most tax-friendly state in the union. Winters are warm mild and the long sea coast has many great beaches and harbors
Alabama's population was about 4.5 million in 2004. This site will acquaint you with some basic facts about retirement to the best places in Alabama.
Climate
The Alabama climate is humid subtropical. Moist air from the Gulf of Mexico produces hot, humid summers with frequent thunderstorms. Winters are mild, even more so along the coast.
Per Capita Income
In 2004 the Alabama per capita income was just under $27,800, in the bottom third of all U.S. states.
Taxes
Alabama has the lowest tax burden in the nation. The biggest reason for that is that property taxes are unusually low compared to other states. Alabama top marginal income tax rate is 5.0%. There is a 4% sales tax in Alabama, and it is included on food. Taxes can differ among communities in the state - total tax burden for Birmingham is just under the national median. (Source: District of Columbia Tax Rates and Burdens Study 2004).
Certified Retirement Communities
Alabama does not have a certified retirement community program.
Best Retirement Communities
Alabama has attracted many developers of all types of retirement communities because so many people would like to retire in this state. One of the best retirement communities in the U.S. is in Alabama, the interesting community of Fair Hope near Mobile. Another top-rated one is historic small town of Eufaula.
You will also get inside information on retirement living communities in the neighboring states of Mississippi, Louisiana, Georgia, and Florida. More cities and towns are being profiled constantly.
Each Alabama retirement community profile features ratings on expenses, age restrictions, taxes, recreation, amenities, transportation, etc. so you can compare how other active adults 55+ have rated that city or development. There is a Discussion Forum for each Alabama city or development.
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