Utah - One of the Best Places to Retire
Head out West to one of the best states to retire - Utah! There are many advantages to choosing this area of the country for retirement, especially the St. George region of southern Utah.
Considered one of the fastest growing retirement areas in the country, St. George is acquiring a reputation as "the" place to retire in Utah. AARP Magazine (July/August 2006 issue) lists St. George as one of the best places to retire in the country. AARP conducted an intensive nationwide search for "five cities that offer culture, cachet, or, in some cases, just peace and quiet." St. George was one of the choices.
AARP Best Places to Retire article
Southern Utah - Home Buying Facts
The mild winter weather, the wonderful year-round golf courses, and nearby recreational areas all combine to make this region the place to be in your retirement years.
A desert oasis, the area has temperate weather and scenery with a Utah flair. Temperatures average approximately 60 degrees during the year with summer temperatures in the 100's and winter temperatures around 55 degrees Fahrenheit. The temperate climate allows the world class golf courses to be accessible year round.
Near Utah's Zion and Bryce National Parks, the St. George retirement area provides several recreational opportunities. Golfing, skiing, hiking, biking, and exploring the natural resources of the area are all available just around the corner. In addition to these activities, the area also has hunting, river running, snowmobiling and one of the top twenty marathons in the country. All are perfect reasons why Utah is one of the best places to retire.
St. George Retire in Utah information site
Retire in Utah - St. George
St. George is located approximately 120 miles from Las Vegas and midway between San Diego and Salt Lake City. Not far from the Grand Canyon and Lake Powell, the area is has seclusion to enjoy the quiet of the perfect retirement community, but close enough to major U.S cities for sparkling lights and big-city getaways.
Retiring in Utah also provides useful tax advantages. Utah provides several property tax exemptions that appeal to retiring taxpayers including exemptions for up to 45% of the fair market value of property as well as a Circuit Breaker property tax relief for individuals 65 or older.