Wisconsin offers a diverse range of communities ideal for retirees seeking comfort, culture, and quality of life.

Each criterion provides valuable insight into what makes these communities exceptional places to spend your retirement years.

This is not subjective opinion but data-driven analysis of Wisconsins best towns for retirees.

17 Best Towns for Retirement in Wisconsin (April 2025)

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Public transit options are extremely limited, with a transit-friendly score of 0.

Its vibrant score of 22.32 suggests a moderate level of community activity, though public transportation is virtually non-existent.

Public transit is not available.

Minocqua Home Score chart

Walkability is moderate at 28.11, and cultural amenities register at 55.55.

The vibrant score is relatively low at 12.19, indicating a more laid-back lifestyle.

Public transit is not available.

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It offers a peaceful environment (91.01 quiet index) with moderate walkability (23.97).

The town provides good cultural amenities (60.92) and a decent vibrant score (21.03).

Its overall retirement score is an impressive 98.25.

Elkhart Lake Home Score chart

Urban sophistication is moderate at 51.71.

Public transit is not available.

Walkability is limited at 12.84, and urban sophistication scores below average at 46.76.

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The vibrant score is modest at 17.77, and public transit is not available.

This area is perfect for retirees seeking natural tranquility.

Public transit is not available.

Green Lake Home Score chart

The community offers better-than-average walkability (38.07) and moderate vibrancy (22.27).

The quiet index is strong at 86.34, providing a good balance between accessibility and peacefulness.

Public transit is not available.

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It also provides some public transit options with a score of 16.42.

The quiet index is good at 77.75, though urban sophistication is below average at 34.23.

The vibrant score is also impressive at 36.82, while still maintaining a respectable quiet index of 83.96.

Hazel Green Kieler Home Score chart

It offers an exceptionally peaceful environment with a quiet index of 94.72.

Its popularity as a retirement and vacation destination is reflected in the median home price of $425,000.

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King ranks third with an exceptional retirement score of 99.82.

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It offers a good quiet index of 87.43 and reasonable walkability at 32.04.

This Door County gem offers an excellent balance of tranquility (93.01 quiet index) and amenities.

The vibrant score of 24.61 indicates an active but not overwhelming community atmosphere.

Washburn Home Score chart

Public transit is not available.

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Boulder Junction Manitowish Waters Home Score chart

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Egg Harbor Home Score chart

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Ellison Bay Home Score chart

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King Home Score chart

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