8 Wyoming Towns That Are The Best For Seniors
One thing you can count on is that you will get old. Many of us will fight the thought of aging, but there's no stopping it. You'll get wrinkly, your hair will turn gray, things will start to sag, and you may start to forget things, but it will happen to us all.
Finding the best place to call home when you get to the later years is important. Making those decisions can be extra tricky if you're on a fixed income and are already struggling.
Luckily for Wyomingites, this state is a good choice for living in their twilight years. With low taxes and a low cost of living, you'll be able to live more comfortably here than in many other states.
These are the best 8 Wyoming Towns for senior living
Kemmerer
Rated the safest place to live by New Home Source in 2024.
This should not be surprising considering its crime rate which is 73% below the national average. The county seat for Lincoln County was incorporated in 1899 and has maintained history from each proceeding decade for the enjoyment of everyone. For anyone wanting to delve deeper into history of the land, the town is a mere fifteen-minute drive to Fossil Butte National Monument.
Evanston
Rated the most affordable town in Wyoming by New Home Source
The honor is no doubt due to its home price-to-income ratio of 2.87%. For such a bargain price, Evanstonians have access to Bear River State Park and Bear River Greenway and their own unparalleled, historic downtown.
Jackson
While it may not be the cheapest option for living, there is endless activity for a senior.
Imagine watching the seasons change while floating down the Snake River in Grand Teton National Park. Jackson is a dream retirement waiting for a retiree. Jackson Town Square is a testament as to why.
Glenrock
Glenrock was named the second safest city in Wyoming, and with the larger Casper just 20 minutes away, you can have small-town living and larger-city accommodations close by.
The Glenrock Health Center is a rural health clinic that has been serving the community since 1958. They are currently accepting new patients, and walk-ins are always welcome.
Riverton
Riverton has always been known as a natural meeting place and continues that today.
The town takes good care of its residents. Measures are taken in the warmer months to control the mosquito population. The SageWest Hospital is open 24 hours per day. The current ER wait time is always posted on the front page of their website to ensure transparency with the community.
Worland
Worland is the 3rd safest city in Wyoming and is a retiree's wonderland all year.
Take in a view of colorful desert racing the blue sky to the ends of the horizon on the Gooseberry Badlands Scenic Overlook and Trail. Future retirees scoping out the scene ought not forget to check out the Washakie Museum and Cultural Center.
Green River
Green River takes senior living seriously, with the Golden Hour Senior Center planning events year-round.
Green River makes it easy to live healthy and free as it becomes increasingly more expensive to do so nationwide. The town was placed as the 3rd most affordable town in Wyoming, with a Home Price to Income Ratio of 2.83%.
Rock Springs
Rock Springs offers something for everyone, no matter your activity levels from stunning views to great adventures on the water.
The town has three hospitals that are open 24 hours a day, along with several clinics to meet various needs. The crime rate in Rock Springs is below the national average. Rock Springs is emblematic of why Wyoming is an ideal spot for retirees.
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