Vineland was recently named by Investopedia and Travel + Leisure as one of the top 50 places in the U.S. to retire. In the northeast region, the other seven picks are Altoona, PA; Utica, NY; Union, NY; Springfield, MA; Conway, NH; Concord, NH and Pittsfield, MA.
The article in “Destination: Retirement 2025” gives this description of the city:
“Located in the southern part of the state in Cumberland County, Vineland is an agricultural area about 40 miles from Philadelphia. The city of 61,126 is described as a ‘culturally diverse community filled with wonderful, giving people, a friendly business environment, and a cost of living well below the state average,’ ” according to its website. (The county’s median home value is $205,600.)
Vineland was named one of the top 10 most affordable small cities in the country by the National Association of Home Builders, with a variety of housing styles available, including over-55 communities, assisted living facilities, and nursing homes. Three hospitals and 248 health care organizations serve its residents.
Nearby Parvin State Park has lakes for boating and fishing, wooded trails, and places for camping, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. In addition, parks and recreational areas offer golf courses, soccer fields, and walking paths. Rowan College provides continuing-education opportunities as well as a performing-arts center. New Jersey taxes withdrawals from pre-tax accounts, but Social Security income is not taxable.
The cities and towns included in Destination: Retirement 2025 were selected from a list of counties Investopedia ranked according to several factors a retiree might consider, including cost of living, proximity to major airports, and access to quality health care.
