Vermont

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Affordability: 49
Quality of Life: 6
Health Care: 9
Vermont has some great things going for retirees. The state ranks #3 when it comes to lowest property crime rates, and ranks 8th in the country in terms of senior health. The Green Mountain State is also #1 when it comes to people ages 65 and older in the workforce.
Unfortunately, it’s almost last when it comes to affordability. You’re looking at pretty steep living costs. Plus, social security benefits and most other forms of retirement income are subject to state taxes, which are some of the highest in the country.
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