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Henderson

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What it's Like to Retire in Henderson

Henderson, second largest city in Nevada, is also one of America's fastest-growing communities. In fact the population increased 44% from 2000 to 2008 (to 252,000). There are several reasons why Henderson is an appealing retirement community. For one, the colorful desert landscapes and the snowcapped peaks of nearby mountain ranges provide a dramatic backdrop for this city near Lake Mead... more >>

State: Nevada

Bolton

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What it's Like to Retire in Bolton

Bolton is a wealthy suburb of 4,600 residents  west of Boston and north of Worcester.  The median family income was over $148,000 in 2016.  It was founded in 1738. It is considered a suburb of Boston, and is a quiet farming community... more >>

State: Massachusetts

Davis

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What it's Like to Retire in Davis

Davis is a city of over 65,000 in north central California, 11 miles west of Sacramento. It is famous as the home of UC Davis, a distinguished university with more than 32,000 students.  As a college town it has a decidely liberal bent plus all the attractions associated with that, such as plentiful restaurants, wine bars, and book stores. The city is quite a great place for bicyclists - it is home to the Bicycling Hall of Fame... more >>

State: California

Damariscotta

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What it's Like to Retire in Damariscotta

Damariscotta, is a small mid-coastal town in Lincoln County, Maine, with a population of approximately 2,200.  Located an hour north of Portland, at the lower falls, and head of navigation on the Damariscotta River, the town is popular for boating, fishing and for a thriving oyster and mussel industry... more >>

State: Maine