Muncie Ranked Number 3 in Top 15 Best Places To Retire in America, Says Census Data Report

Aerial photo of Muncie and Delaware County by Michael WolfeAerial photo of Muncie and Delaware County by Michael Wolfe

By Dollarhand.com—

Muncie, Indiana ranked number 3 following an in-depth study which looked at affordability, health insurance, safety levels and other features.

CALIFORNIA – Muncie, Indiana has been named the 3rd Best Place To Retire in America, according to a Census Data Report carried out by consumer finance startup, DollarHand.com.

The report analyzed numerous variables including median home values, homeowner costs, rent, health insurance coverage and safety levels – all key priorities for seniors looking to enjoy a great quality of life during their retirement. This data was used to create a score which resulted in Muncie, Indiana, scoring 47.33, making it the third strongest ranked in the table of top 15 best places to retire in America.

In particular, Muncie boasts a low crime rate of 32.98 per 1,000 residents and there are many opportunities to be involved in the community. Nature enthusiasts can enjoy the abundance of parks and trails in this retirement-friendly city, and cultural lovers will have a great time ambling around the vibrant downtown.

Muncie was closely followed by Gary, Indiana in 4th place and Dayton, Ohio in 5th, highlighting the potentially underrated benefits of living in the Mid-West.

The data was compiled and analyzed by Dollar Hand, an independent consumer finance intermediary, which uses over 8,000 data points in a single loan application to connect borrowers with the best loan or source of finance for them.

Justine Gray, co-founder of Dollar Hand, commented: “We are delighted to see Muncie, Indiana ranked as the third best place to retire in America. Data is at the very heart of our business and all the variables point towards a very good quality of life, with affordable living, health insurance availability and high safety levels.”

“On the surface, people may be impressed by places in California or Florida but when you look at the data and the opportunities available, you may be surprised by what cities in the Mid-West have to offer.”

View the report here: https://dollarhand.com/guides/top-places-to-retire-in-the-us/