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4. Blacksburg

Costs of living: 2.1 percent higher than US average

Median home value: $199,000

Violent crime rates: 29.2

Number of doctors per capita: 201

Blacksburg is the safest city on the list with crime rates almost half of the national average. The city is a home to Virginia Tech University, which is the reason why median age is 21.8. Blacksburg has the lowest number of doctors per capita, but that does not mean that residents cannot count on quality health care since renowned Montgomery Regional Hospital is located in the city. The town has the second smallest population among ranked places, and it is an ideal place for seniors who are looking for quiet, friendly environment.

Best Places to Retire in Virginia

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