Ive graded each town from A+ to D- on these factors to help me make an informed choice.
The grades Ive assigned are subjective and based on my personal research of each location.
Ive listed the towns in alphabetical order for easy reference.
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Its important for me to note that these grades are relative to other Ohio towns, not compared nationwide.
Amherst
Amherst offers retirees a peaceful community with excellent safety ratings and reasonable housing costs.
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Athens
Athens shines as a retirement destination due to its exceptional cultural scene and college-town atmosphere.
Delaware
Delaware offers retirees a well-balanced community with a historic downtown and the cultural benefits of a college town.
Dublin
Dublin stands out for its exceptional amenities and consistently high rankings as one of Ohios most livable suburbs.
Findlay
Findlay provides retirees with an excellent combination of small-town atmosphere and economic stability.
Granville
Granville captivates retirees with its New England village charm and intellectual atmosphere centered around Denison University.
Lebanon
Lebanon charms retirees with its well-preserved historic district and small-town atmosphere just outside of Cincinnati.
Madeira
Madeira offers retirees a peaceful residential community with excellent safety ratings and close proximity to Cincinnati amenities.
Medina
Medina attracts retirees with its charming historic square and strong community spirit just south of Cleveland.
Mentor
Mentor provides retirees with an excellent blend of suburban amenities and natural attractions along Lake Erie.
Oberlin
Oberlin entices retirees with its intellectual atmosphere and exceptional cultural offerings centered around Oberlin College.
Oxford
Oxford offers retirees a vibrant college-town atmosphere with the cultural benefits of Miami University.
Powell
Powell attracts retirees with its upscale suburban lifestyle and exceptionally low crime rates.
Sandusky
Sandusky offers retirees an affordable lakefront community with exceptional recreational opportunities on Lake Erie.
Tipp City
Tipp City appeals to retirees with its well-preserved historic district and small-town atmosphere just north of Dayton.
Upper Arlington
Upper Arlington provides retirees with a prestigious address and exceptional amenities just minutes from downtown Columbus.
Westerville
Westerville offers retirees a well-established suburb with excellent amenities and a charming historic Uptown district.
Westlake
Westlake attracts retirees with its exceptional healthcare facilities and upscale suburban amenities on Clevelands west side.
Worthington
Worthington delights retirees with its quintessential small-town feel and New England-inspired historic district just minutes from Columbus.
Yellow Springs
Yellow Springs captivates retirees with its eclectic, artistic community and progressive atmosphere centered around Antioch College.
