10 Best Places to Retire in Idaho

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3. Moscow

Cost of living: 3.1% below average

Number of physicians: 134

Average commute time: 13.43 minutes

Crime rate: 28

Moscow is home to the University of Idaho and a versatile city with a number of perks. Costs of living, health care facilities, traveling and crime rate: all these factors contribute to a positive environment in this city.

For reading enthusiasts, this city houses the Moscow Public Library, which contains 60% of the Latah County Library District’s 100,000 volumes. In addition to this, outdoor recreation is also available in the form of several parks, where you can spend your days admiring amazing views.

2. Rexburg

Cost of living: 2% above average

Number of physicians: 117

Average commute time: 13.77 minutes

Crime rate: 19

Rexburg, one of the safest cities in Idaho, holds the Brigham Young University, which provides a lot of education opportunities for the residents. For retirees, this town is appealing for its two exceptional golf courses: Teton Lakes Golf Course and Municipal Golf Course. Furthermore, this city holds the Teton Dam Marathon annually in the month of June, providing entertainment for the participants and all present. Biking, boating, hiking, fishing and hunting are also popular in this area making it perfect for a person of the outdoors or a nature-loving retiree.

 Best Places to Retire in Idaho

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