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29. Arizona

Over the past couple of decades, Arizona has cemented itself as one of the top states for retirees. It's had a huge influx of people from out of state. The population of Arizona is around 7.5 million people, with 1.4 million of them being 65 or older. Many people in the state are outdoorsy, which is to be expected with the warm weather and beautiful scenery on offer. Not to mention, Arizona has the Grand Canyon.

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Sales tax is 5.6%, but we should mention that retiree income is around 10% lower than the national average. Also, if you're not a fan of the desert landscape, then Arizona might not be for you.