3 Coastal Alabama destinations make WorldAtlas ‘Best Towns for Retirees’ list

To nobody’s surprise, some Alabama Gulf Coast towns are continuing to top the lists for best places to live.

WorldAtlas, a digital publisher and all-in-one global reference desk for geography, travel and demographics, recently released a new article naming its best towns for retirees, specifically measuring towns based on what someone might want at their front door during retirement, such as:

• Coastal living
• Lake/mountain recreation
• Cultural hubs

Keep reading to see which Alabama towns topped the WorldAtlas list!

Fairhope is the #1 town for retirees

Starting the list off on a predictable note, Fairhope reigns supreme among desireable cities for retirees. With its charming downtown, waterfront views and mild climate, it’s easy to see why.

The WorldAtlas article noted a few specific things that make Fairhope special, including:

• Waterfront scenery
• Active arts communities
• The Fairhope Museum of History + Single Tax Colony origins
• Fairhope Municipal Pier
• The Eastern Shore Art Center
• Abundant assisted living + memory care at facilities like The Brennity

Orange Beach offers a top-tier coastal lifestyle for retirees

Next on the list is Orange Beach, representing an even more coastal town for retirees who want to bask in the sun and the sand. Some of the features of Orange Beach noted in the article are:

• Coastal lifestyle
• Mild winters
• Easy access to outdoor recreation throughout the year
• The Orange Beach Indian & Sea Museum
• The Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail
• Convenient access to healthcare providers in Gulf Shores + Pensacola

Daphne gives retirees a perfect suburban mix

For retirees looking for closer proximity to Mobile while still enjoying the laid-back charm of small-town living, Daphne offers an ideal blend of convenience and community.

Some of the things that give Daphne that special charm, according to WorldAtlas, are:

• Convenient access to Mobile’s hospitals, airport, shopping + cultural attractions
• Historic Blakeley State Park
• The Eastern Shore Trail
• The Daphne History Museum

Other Alabama cities that made the list of best towns for retirees

After Fairhope, Orange Beach and Daphne — which were the top three towns on the list — WorldAtlas named six other towns as best cities for retirees:

• Guntersville
• Fort Payne
• Cullman
• Wetumpka
• Florence
• Tuscumbia

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