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April 22, 2026- Maybe you weren't ready to retire, but had to. Or you did, and found out you needed more... challenge, money, whatever. In that case, the Census Bureau is here to help. The Bureau recently sent out emails advertising many job openings. From Government Information Specialist ($121k per year) to Motor Vehicle Operator, $29 per hour), to Field…...
Top Retirement Towns
Pleasanton is an affluent suburb of San Francisco, about 25 miles to the east and also near Livermore.. Originally a town for desperadoes in the 1800s, the average HH income is now over $100,000. It is home the Alameda County Fairgrounds, as well as industry giants Safeway and Polycom. Unemployment is low. Photo of Pleasanton sign on Main Street courtesy…...
New Bern, North Carolina, is a historic town located where 2 rivers join to meet the Pamlico Sound on the Southeastern coast of North Carolina. The population is 31,291 (2020), with 23% aged 65 or older. It has a 56 square block tree lined historic district that appeals to many active adults who would like to live in or near…...
Lexington has become a popular retirement community for the many baby boomers attracted to North Carolina and its smaller towns. Lexington is the County Seat of Davidson County; nearby towns include Thomasville and High Point. It has a nicely restored downtown. About 20,000 people live in Lexington and 150,000 in Davidson County. Lexington is located in North Carolina's Piedmont region…...
The City of Tallahassee is located in the Big Bend area of northern Florida, and is a popular retirement community for many who want to live in a diverse city. Tallahassee is the state capital and a fast growing city ( 196.169 2020 Census), with several charming neighborhoods. Unlike almost anywhere else in Florida, there are gently rolling hills. There…...
