Fort Collins made the cut on Money Magazine’s recently released list of the 25 Best Places to Retire. In compiling this list, the editors of Money Magazine focused specifically on college towns where retirees have access to abundant recreational activities as well as outlets for intellectual stimulation. Fort Collins took the #12 spot in the rankings.
Fort Collins has a population of 141,104 with 24% of residents over the age of 50. The magazine selected Fort Collins based on residents ease of access to ski resorts, hiking trails, golf courses that receive 300 days of sunshine, and the thriving shops and restaurants in Old Town. Moreover, retirees can take advantage of continuing education classes through Colorado State University as well as The Front Range Forum – a program run by the City of Fort Collins.
This isn’t the first time Fort Collins has been named a best place to retire. Additional city recognition includes:
Named one of Top 20 Places to Thrive: Best Boomer Towns – February 2009
Listed among the Top 10 College Towns for Grown-Ups: Kiplinger magazine – March 2007
Selection as “Top Retirement Spot” by Where to Retire magazine – March/April 2005
Fort Collins made the cut on Money Magazine’s recently released list of the 25 Best Places to Retire. In compiling this list, the editors of Money Magazine focused specifically on college towns where retirees have access to abundant recreational activities as well as outlets for intellectual stimulation. Fort Collins took the #12 spot in the rankings.