The Best Places to Retire in Georgia

Georgia has a number of towns and cities that make the various best places to retire lists. In addition to its advantages of climate, cost of living, and scenery, Georgia also has a great variety of towns, cities, and environments that are extremely conducive to a happy retirement. This page will get you started in finding one that’s right for you.

Georgia towns on the 100 Best Places to Retire Lists

One Georgia city made it to the Topretirements’ 2010 list of 100 best places to retire:

• Athens. Athens was number 12 on the 2010 list. A college town in the hills, Athens has a dynamic environment where almost anyone can feel at home. There is culture, a vibrant downtown, interesting neighborhoods, stores and restaurants, plus the energy generated by the 26,000 students at the University of Georgia.

More Great Places to Retire in Georgia

You can choose from college towns like Athens, cities like Atlanta or Savannah, beach towns like St. Simons, towns on huge lakes like Lake Lanier, or interesting little towns like Valdosta. Many Georgia towns are ideal for military retirees, such as Warner Robins. Here is a list and brief description of some top places to retire in Georgia:

• Lake Lanier
• Valdosta
• Atlanta
• Warner-Robins
• St. Marys
• St. Simons
• Peachtree City
• Savannah
• Gainesville
• Blue Ridge
• Thomasville
• Augusta

For more information about the best places to retire in Georgia consult these resources :

• Georgia Active Adult Communities Directory Find new and established active adult communities in and around Georgia, with links to more.
• Georgia Retirement Guide Use this helpful guide to find the best places to retire in Georgia, find out if it is tax-friendly state, and learn more about its climate and other key factors.
• Georgia Tourism Department
• Relocate to Georgia