Top 10 safest cities for Boomers to retire in
Americans approaching retirement age might prioritize happiness when looking for a new home — but safety is also high on the list.Kathryn Ellen Barrett of Ridgeland, MS, tells Realtor.com that she is on the brink of retirement and is starting to think about relocating.“When searching for a place to live, safety is at the top of my list,” says Barrett, who is 62 and single.“My life involves a great deal of outdoor activities such as jogging and walking my dog—and it’s of vital importance that I be safe and secure.”Barrett keeps an eye on the local news for crime updates and always takes safety precautions.Yet, she wants to reside in an area where she won’t be fearful to go shopping alone or run errands at night.Even if you live in a safe city, there are steps you can take to improve your safety.According to security expert Erik G.
Schneider, of Richmond, VA, retirees should “look for properties with good lighting, security systems, cameras, gated access, or on-site security personnel.”Once you move in, Schneider recommends installing home security systems, motion-sensor lights, video doorbells, and high-quality locks on doors and windows to add a layer of safety.Barrett and other retirees with similar safety concerns should explore U.S.News & World Report’s list of the Safest Places To Live in the US.The rankings were based on crime rates, using 2022 data from the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reports.Here are the 10 safest cities in America—all of which have a lower crime rate than similarly sized metro areas: Subscribe to our daily Business Report newsletter! Please provide a valid email address.
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