19. Chula Vista, California
Just south of San Diego is Chula Vista, California, a city that's full of retirees and in the top half of cities with good weather.
Percentage of households with one or more person aged 65 years or older: 26.3%
Walk score: 43/100
Weather ranking: 49/100
18. Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, Wisconsin residents will enjoy the company of many other retirees, though the weather isn't always pleasant.
Percentage of households with one or more person aged 65 years or older: 22.3%
Walk score: 49/100
Weather ranking: 71/100
17. Casper, Wyoming
This western city just barely makes it into the top half in terms of weather, and has quite a few other senior residents to mingle with, but it isn't very walkable.
Percentage of households with one or more person aged 65 years or older: 24.3%
Walk score: 39/100
Weather ranking: 49/100
16. Boise, Idaho
Boise isn't all that walkable, but residents will enjoy fairly mild weather most of the year.
Percentage of households with one or more person aged 65 years or older: 25.2%
Walk score: 40/100
Weather ranking: 28/100
15. Cape Coral, Florida
Tucked between Ft. Meyers, Florida and Sanibel Island is Cape Coral, Florida, a community with nice weather and where residents can enjoy the company of many other seniors.
Percentage of households with one or more person aged 65 years or older: 44.9%
Walk score: 17/100
Weather ranking: 29/100
14. Pembroke Pines, Florida
Pembroke Pines, Florida is nestled between the beach town of Hollywood, Florida and the Everglades, and just north of Miami. Nearly a third of residents are age 65 or over, making for plenty of social opportunities.
Percentage of households with one or more person aged 65 years or older: 33.3%
Walk score: 32/100
Weather ranking: 39/100
13. Santa Clarita, California
Percentage of households with one or more person aged 65 years or older: Not available
Walk score: 34/100
Weather ranking: 48/100
12. San Diego, California
San Diego's sunny weather makes it an excellent place for retirees.
Percentage of households with one or more person aged 65 years or older: 26.3%
Walk score: 51/100
Weather ranking: 51/100
11. Gilbert, Arizona
Gilbert, Arizona is southeast of Phoenix, and residents will enjoy lots of sun and other seniors.
Percentage of households with one or more person aged 65 years or older: 27.8%
Walk score: 29/100
Weather ranking: 33/100
10. Anaheim, California
Anaheim, California is just outside of Los Angeles, and residents will enjoy mild weather.
Percentage of households with one or more person aged 65 years or older: Not available
Walk score: 54/100
Weather ranking: 7/100
9. Colorado Springs, Colorado
Colorado Springs is perfect for nature-loving seniors, with proximity to many mountains and ski towns.
Percentage of households with one or more person aged 65 years or older: 22.8%
Walk score: 32/100
Weather ranking: 39/100
8. Reno, Nevada
Reno, Nevada offers residents a unique atmosphere and some nice weather year-round.
Percentage of households with one or more person aged 65 years or older: 28.1%
Walk score: 38/100
Weather ranking: 38/100
7. Santa Rosa, California
This California town in Sonoma County will be a hit with wine-loving retirees.
Percentage of households with one or more person aged 65 years or older: 33%
Walk score: 44/100
Weather ranking: 38/100
6. Honolulu, Hawaii
Honolulu, Hawaii is an idyllic place to retire, with both the conveniences of a city and lush Hawaiian landscapes. Nice weather is a given in Hawaii, though it will be fairly expensive — the Aloha State is at the top of our list of states where $1 million in retirement funds won't last two decades.
Percentage of households with one or more person aged 65 years or older: Not available
Walk score: 64/100
Weather ranking: 51/100
5. San Jose, California
San Jose, California offers great weather and is fairly walkable as well.
Percentage of households with one or more person aged 65 years or older: 33%
Walk score: 44/100
Weather ranking: 38/100
4. Glendale, California
Glendale, California was ranked No. 1 by WalletHub for weather, and residents can expect sun year-round.
Percentage of households with one or more person aged 65 years or older: 33%
Walk score: 69/100
Weather ranking: 1/100
3. Scottsdale, Arizona
Golf lovers will enjoy lots of sunny days to tee off in this desert city northeast of Phoenix.
Percentage of households with one or more person aged 65 years or older: 27.8%
Walk score: 32/100
Weather ranking: 4/100
