This Florida City Is the No. 1 Warm-weather Destination for Retirees, Seniors, and Snowbirds

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Cape Coral, Florida, is the ideal "snowbird" getaway, says a new study.

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We analyzed 100 American cities based on three main factors: climate, affordability, and community, and ranked the top 25 cities where seniors can escape the winter to live.

Cape Coral, situated on the Gulf of Mexico in southwest Florida, stood at the top in the community category due to its substantial population of people aged 60 or older. The city also performed well in terms of safety, with Retirement Living stating that it has the second- and third-lowest violent and property crime rates.

These include Palmetto-Pine Country Club and Coral Oaks Golf Course, which were built in the 1980s within a beautiful oak wooded area that has been around for over a century.

It's no surprise that climate is the key consideration when choosing a warm winter destination. According to Retirement Living, Cape Coral boasts the sixth-highest average temperature at 67.2 degrees, and the seventh-highest percentage, 64.2 percent, of clear days between November and March, securing it the sixth spot in the climate category.

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If affordability is your top priority, consider Macon in Georgia, which has earned the top spot for its affordability. Although Macon doesn't have beaches, it boasts a rich history and stunning architecture.

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