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Charlotte, North Carolina
Anchorage, Alaska
What It Is Like to Retire in Anchorage
Anchorage is by far the largest city in Alaska with a population over 250,000. Unlike almost any other city or town in Alaska, roads radiate out from Anchorage to nearby communities including the beatiful Kenai Peninsula. Anchorage is close to astounding scenery and outdoor recreation, yet is also a college town (University of Alaska-Anchorage, and Alaska Pacific University). The downtown is attractive and there are many nice parks throughout the city. It is wild enough that bear and attacks have occured within the city limits. For most people, the short summers with long periods of daylight are much preferable to the cold and dark winters. Picture photo of Aerial View Port of Anchorage courtesy of Wikipedia and the US Army Corps of Engineers; picture of Anchorage as viewed from Glen Alps trailhead. Photo of downtown buildings by Dinker022089 Licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0/
Where to Retire in Anchorage and Home Prices
There are many diverse and popular areas of Anchorage, including the South Anchorage area of Rabbit Creek.
Although Alaska has almost no taxes, in fact it pays you to live here, it remains very expensive. According to Zillow, the median home value was $343,207 at the beginning of 2020.
What Is Special about Anchorage
Beautiful scenery and outdoor recreation
What Is Not Special about Anchorage
In Alaska winters are long and dark. Everything is very expensive. And unless you a free spirit, the stubborn independence of many of the locals could get on your nerves.
Who Will Like Retirement in Anchorage
Anchorage is the ideal city for people who love the outdoors and want to live in a livable city.
Local Economy Is Driven by
Retail, Public Administration
Climate and Physical Environment
Anchorage is in the south central part of the state. Its physical environment has everything that anyone could want - mountains, lakes, bays, snow, rivers.
Restaurants & Cultural Scene
Anchorage has much to do with all types of outdoor recreation, but it also offers museums, cultural events, festivals, restaurants, and entertainment.
Crime
Crime in Anchorage is above the national average.
Medical facilities
There are several hospitals and medical centers in Anchorage.
Transportation
Anchorage is Alaska's transportation hub and both trains and planes provide transportation to the city. The town also offers public bus transportation.
Comments on "Anchorage"
Ruth Grace Indugas says:
How to retire in Anchorage as senior?