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Home ยป 55+ ยป The 10 Best Places to Retire in Pennsylvania in 2021

The 10 Best Places to Retire in Pennsylvania in 2021

Pennsylvania is home to beautiful scenery, historic charm, thriving cities and everyoneโ€™s favorite office in Scranton. Retirees wanting to stay active during retirement and arenโ€™t in the mood to live in humid Florida will love Pennsylvaniaโ€™s four seasons and its great location along the East Coast.

Invest in your dream retirement in Pennsylvania. NewHomeSource highlights the top ten cities for retirees in Pennsylvania, making it easy for you to find the right community for your golden years.

Top 5 Cities to Retire in Pennsylvania

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1. Johnstown
2. McKeesport
3. New Castle
4. Sharon
5. Pottsville
6. Chester
7. Reading
8. Wilkes-Barre
9. York
10. Nanticoke
Common Questions About Retiring in Pennsylvania

1. Johnstown

Historic building in Johnstown, Pennsylvania

Percentage of the Population Over 65: 21.2%

Median Home Value: $38,100

Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 238

Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 588

Number of Hospitals Within 25 Miles of the City: 6

Johnstown is a delightful community in the heart of Pennsylvania. This affordable and fun town gives retirees the benefits of city living with a historic main street, fun museums, and yummy restaurants โ€“ without the price tag of urban living. Beautiful scenery and a serene environment round out Johnstownโ€™s charms.

2. McKeesport

Percentage of the Population Over 65: 20.4%

Median Home Value: $48,000

Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 319

Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 577

Number of Hospitals Within 25 Miles of the City: 26

McKeesport has something for all types of retirees. This fun Pittsburg suburb gives you easy access to urban amenities, while still providing you with a peaceful and private space to call home. Additionally, McKeesport has plenty of local charm thanks to fun parks, historic buildings, and cool roadside attractions.

3. New Castle

Waterfall in New Castle, Pennsylvania

Percentage of the Population Over 65: 19.3%

Median Home Value: $61,900

Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 121

Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 548

Number of Hospitals Within 25 Miles of the City: 10

You can retire in style when you make your home in New Castle. This affordable town gives retirees the best of small-town living, so you can kick back and relax during your golden years. Historic buildings provide fun places to explore, while local parks let you stay active and healthy while exploring your new home.

4. Sharon

Sharon, Pennsylvania

Percentage of the Population Over 65: 18.2%

Median Home Value: $65,400

Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 64

Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 379

Number of Hospitals Within 25 Miles of the City: 12

If youโ€™re in the mood to savor retirement, then youโ€™ll love life in Sharon. This great town on the Ohio Pennsylvania border gives you all the benefits of living in a small town, including an affordable cost of living, a close-knit community, historic buildings, and plenty of lush local parks.

5. Pottsville

Historic building in Pottsville, Pennsylvania

Percentage of the Population Over 65: 19.0%

Median Home Value: $71,400

Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 44

Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 213

Number of Hospitals Within 25 Miles of the City: 5

Pottsville is a thriving small city in the heart of Pennsylvania. This charming historic town is perfect for retirees who want to stay active and engaged in the community, as it welcomes residents who thrive on having fun! Tour classic cars at Jerryโ€™s Classic Cars & Collectibles. Take a walk on the wild side at local wineries and breweries.

6. Chester

Hexagonal school house in Chester, Pennsylvania

Percentage of the Population Over 65: 12.5%

Median Home Value: $72,400

Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 470

Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 1,024

Number of Hospitals Within 25 Miles of the City: 54

Chester is a delightful Philadelphia suburb on the banks of the Delaware River. This affordable town lets you relish the best of suburban living during your retirement, while still providing you with easy access to urban amenities and an abundance of parks. If you arenโ€™t in the mood to compromise on your lifestyle during retirement, youโ€™ll love life in Chester.

7. Reading

Lake near Reading, Pennsylvania

Percentage of the Population Over 65: 10.3%

Median Home Value: $73,200

Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 626

Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 1,846

Number of Hospitals Within 25 Miles of the City: 13

Reading, PA is an ideal town for retirees who are young at heart and want to enjoy a funky urban retirement at an affordable price. Readingโ€™s vibrant culture ensures that youโ€™ll always have something to do, from exploring roadside attractions, to wandering through museums, to touring the many historic buildings in the city.

8. Wilkes-Barre

View from the river of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

Percentage of the Population Over 65: 15.8%

Median Home Value: $75,100

Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 242

Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 852

Number of Hospitals Within 25 Miles of the City: 11

Wilkes-Barre is an exciting town for retirees to call home. This fun city offers nature loving residents numerous parks, lakes, and rivers to explore, including the beautiful Seven Tubs Nature Area. If you are up for a roll of the dice, head over to the Mohegan Sun casino for a fun night out with friends. Historic architecture rounds out the charm of life in Wilkes-Barre.

9. York

Historic courthouse in York, Pennsylvania

Percentage of the Population Over 65: 9.1%

Median Home Value: $75,900

Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 449

Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 1,061

Number of Hospitals Within 25 Miles of the City: 13

York offers retirees the perfect combination of small-town charm with big-city amenities. This Pennsylvania hub is home to beautiful relics of colonial architecture and other historic buildings. The York Emporium offers residents hours of fun as they browse through used classic, fiction, and non-fiction books. If you listen, you will Farquhar Park inviting you outdoors to enjoy Mother Nature.

10. Nanticoke

River in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania

Percentage of the Population Over 65: 20.8%

Median Home Value: $80,300

Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 15

Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 144

Number of Hospitals Within 25 Miles of the City: 11

Reconnecting with nature during your retirement is easy if you make Nanticoke your next hometown. It is surrounded by sparkling lakes, including Nuangola Lake and Moon Lake, making hiking, boating, and fishing a breeze. When you live in Nanticoke, you can finally take a deep breath and unwind.

NewHomeSource pulled data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Services, Medicareโ€™s Hospital Compare and the U.S. Census Bureau. In the event exact crime data was unavailable, estimates were used. Median home price, number of hospitals, 65+ population, and crime rates were entered into an algorithm to calculate a score for each city whose population is at least 10,000.

Looking for more information on living in Pennsylvania? Check out these articles:

  • Safest Cities In Pennsylvania
  • Best Modular Home Builders In Pennsylvania

Common Questions About Retiring in Pennsylvania

Is Pennsylvania a tax friendly state for retirees?

Pennsylvania is a very tax friendly state for retirees. All forms of retirement income are not taxed.

Are seniors eligible for property tax benefits in Pennsylvania?

Some Pennsylvania seniors are eligible for rebates on their housing cost, including their property taxes.

city name people over 65 violent crimes property crimes access to doctors median home price
Allentown 11.90% 472.00 2,800.00 13 $131,300
Philadelphia 13.40% 14,433.00 46,317.00 55 $163,000
Pittsburgh 14.70% 1,775.00 8,777.00 25 $125,000
Erie 14.30% 478.00 1,817.00 4 $89,100
Reading 10.30% 626.00 1,846.00 13 $73,200
Scranton 16.90% 1,206.00 1,347.00 10 $103,000
Bethlehem 16.60% 209.00 1,229.00 15 $173,500
Lancaster 9.80% 418.00 1,490.00 11 $114,600
Harrisburg 10.40% 445.00 1,087.00 7 $80,800
York 9.10% 449.00 1,061.00 13 $75,900
Altoona 16.50% 268.00 696.00 6 $88,500
Wilkes-Barre 15.80% 242.00 852.00 11 $75,100
Chester 12.50% 470.00 1,024.00 54 $72,400
Williamsport 13.40% 72.00 606.00 5 $110,700
Easton 13.90% 71.00 367.00 16 $124,800
Lebanon 13.00% 66.00 528.00 12 $96,100
Hazleton 14.20% 122.00 212.00 12 $97,900
New Castle 19.30% 121.00 548.00 10 $61,900
Johnstown 21.20% 238.00 588.00 6 $38,100
McKeesport 20.40% 319.00 577.00 26 $48,000
Hermitage 26.80% 19.00 469.00 12 $149,000
Bloomsburg 11.20% 37.00 193.00 7 $136,000
Greensburg 20.00% 61.00 277.00 19 $134,000
Pottsville 19.00% 44.00 213.00 5 $71,400
Washington 14.80% 100.00 390.00 17 $100,700
Sharon 18.20% 64.00 379.00 12 $65,400
Coatesville 9.50% 73.00 234.00 18 $123,500
Butler 13.80% 49.00 229.00 6 $100,200
Meadville 17.30% 21.00 147.00 3 $110,100
New Kensington 21.60% 65.00 325.00 23 $104,100
St. Marys 23.00% 26.00 118.00 3 $122,600
Lower Burrell 24.50% 16.00 105.00 23 $143,800
Nanticoke 20.80% 15.00 144.00 11 $80,300
city name people over 65 violent crimes property crimes access to doctors median home price

Access to Doctors is calculated by finding the number of hospitals, discounting childrenโ€™s hospitals and VA hospitals within one mile of the city.

Other Pennsylvania Resources

How to Build a House in Pennsylvania
2022 Most Affordable Cities in Pennsylvania
First-Time Homebuyer Programs in Pennsylvania
2021 Best Suburbs Near Allentown, Pennsylvania
2021 Best Suburbs Surrounding Pittsburgh
Best Modular Home Builders in Pennsylvania
Top 10 Safest Cities in Pennsylvania
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Jessi Gonzalez writes on the topics of home-buying, home decor, and home-ownership for New Home Source. She has a degree from Coastal Bend College and is currently enrolled in the English degree program at Texas A&M Corpus Christi.

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    January 22, 2020 at 11:08 pm

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