Retirement Living in North Carolina
North Carolina has quickly become one of the top states for retirement in the United States. The state does not tax Social Security income or military pay, making it financially appealing.
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Geography
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North Carolina has a variety of landscapes, from the beaches of the Outer Banks to rolling hills of the Piedmont and the Appalachian Mountains. Many areas in the state experience all four seasons, with an average temperature of 70 degrees. North Carolina also boasts the highest mountain east of the Mississippi, Mt. Mitchell at 6,684 feet.
Health Care
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North Carolina boasts strong health care and medical services. The Duke Medical Center in the Raleigh-Durham area has been recognized nationally for being a leader in medicine and innovative procedures. The Mission Hospital system in Asheville has been recognized as one of the leading heart attack treatment centers by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and in 2009 for being one of the Best in Value by the Data Advantage Corp.
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Recreation
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North Carolina features several recreation options for retirees, such as professional-quality golf courses at Pine Hurst. The Outer Banks boasts a myriad of history and exploration dating back to the first English colony in the New World. Additionally, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited national park in the United States.
Other Facts
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Asheville is rated the No. 1 retirement city in the United States. Other popular retirement towns include New Bern and Southport on the coast and Chapel Hill and Mount Airy in the Piedmont.
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