10 Best Places to Retire in New Jersey

1. Camden

Score: 32

Median home price: $145,000

Cost of living index: 103.5

Average commute time: 27.65

Crime rate: 42

Doctors per 100K: 379

At the top of our list is Camden County, with nearly 511,000 people according to the 2015 Census estimates. The territory measures just 227 square miles, out of which nearly 3 percent is water.

Houses go for $145,000 in average, which means you’re likely going to be able to afford a new home with very little issues. The cost of living index is also rather low, just a bit over the national average – 103.5, but definitely under many counties in New Jersey.

The violent crime rate is 42, so you should maybe keep an eye out around the neighborhood. When it comes to healthcare, Camden County has a pretty high doctors’ density. More specifically, there are 379 physicians for every 100,000 residents.

All in all, Camden County made it to the top of our list of the 10 best places to retire in New Jersey.