TOP 10 CITIES FOR SENIORS TO RETIRE IN FLORIDA

August 31, 2020

GET FREE QUOTES HERE

TOP 10 CITIES FOR SENIORS TO RETIRE IN FLORIDA

If retirement is in your near future and you’re stumped on where to go, Florida has many amazing cities that would welcome you with open arms! Whether you’re moving from out-of-state or you’re already a sunshine state resident and just looking for a new area to escape to, this list has all the options!

Once you decide on an area, community or home, it’s time to start shopping for moving companies! Look no further! Master Movers has you covered and can assist you with all of your in-state moving needs!

1. Naples

Not only is Naples the best place to retire in Florida. It is also the best place to retire in the country. The city is located in the southwestern part of the state, right on the coast of the Gulf of Mexico. Naples ranks particularly well for its number of medical centers, with more than 28 per 1,000 residents. It is also so senior-friendly that a remarkable 51% of its population is seniors.

Like many southwest Florida communities, Naples brings together the best of shopping, recreation, and beautiful white sand beaches. But residents here would argue that Naples offers the best versions of all three. It sounds to us that moving here wouldn’t be so bad.

2. New Port Richey

This town in the Tampa-St. Petersburg area is another location within spitting distance of the Gulf of Mexico. It’s also close to a major city, which means access to cultural attractions like museums and professional sporting events. For those of you that are looking to move to Florida, New Port Richey has plenty of recreation facilities, medical centers and retirement communities.

3. Orange Park

Orange Park is the highest-rated inland city on our list of the best places to retire in Florida. The city is located near Jacksonville, and with a population of less than 10,000, it would surely appeal to those who prefer small-town living. It is the second-ranked city on this list for medical centers.

The small size of this community means that some of the amenities available in other cities might not be as extensively available here. For instance, Orange Park ranks second-to-last on this list for the number of retirement communities and in the middle of the pack for recreation centers. Still, Orange Park is the 10th-best city to retire nationwide.

4. Brooksville

Situated about an hour north of Tampa, Brooksville is another good option for those looking for a small-town feel, as it has a population of less than 8,000. The town has a decent number of medical centers and falls toward the middle of this list in terms of both recreation centers and retirement communities.

Brooksville ranks in the top 15 places to retire nationally.

5. Stuart

Stuart, found less than an hour north of West Palm Beach, is the highest-ranked city on this list that’s located on Florida’s Atlantic coast. It’s also right outside of Port St. Lucie, famous as the spring training home of the New York Mets, so any New Yorkers thinking of moving to a warmer climate for their retirement may find something they like here.

Stuart has the third-highest number of recreation centers on this list. It has nearly 14 medical centers and 0.50 retirement centers per 1,000 residents.

6. Vero Beach

As the name suggests, Vero Beach is an oceanside town on the Atlantic coast of Florida. It ranks in the top 15 for the best places to retire in the country, driven mostly by its high number of recreation centers.

Vero Beach has the second-most recreation centers of any Florida city on this list. It also has the third-most retirement communities on this list, and with 28% of the population being seniors, you’ll have no trouble finding a community. The beaches make the area a popular tourist attraction, so if you decide to move here, it won’t be difficult to get your family to visit.

7. Inverness

Inverness, which is also ranked in the top 15 places to retire nationally, may not be along either of Florida’s coasts, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t near water. The town lies near the almost 11,000-acre Flying Eagle Preserve.

Inverness does rank relatively low for number of retirement communities and recreation centers. However, with 35.60% of the population being seniors, it likely won’t be a challenge meeting other retirees.

8. Venice

Venice is not only the home of Master Movers, but the town for shark lovers. This city is known as the shark tooth capital of the world, and it hosts an annual Shark’s Tooth Festival.

The town has 0.61 retirement communities per 1,000 residents. It does rank second-to-last on the list for medical centers, with just 7.15 medical centers per 1,000 residents. It has a remarkably high percentage of seniors, who account for 58.80% of its population, showing that folks in their twilight years certainly enjoy the coastal town, and perhaps occasional shark tooth festivities.

9. Sarasota

Located south of Tampa, Sarasota has its own ballet company and opera, so if you don’t want to give up your fine arts support in your retirement there are plenty of selections here. Plus, with Tampa and St. Petersburg just up the road, the cultural options here are legion.

This city also has a good number of medical centers and recreation centers.

10. Sun City Center

This is the only retirement-focused community on this list. Sun City Center has an age restriction, meaning no one under age 55 can live there. This, of course, leads to a whopping 74% of the population being senior citizens.

While there aren’t a vast number of specified recreation centers in the town, the community does have clubs for just about any interest you can think of, from sewing to ham radios. The town is located right between Sarasota and Tampa, so you can flee the retirement community scene and explore the outskirts with very little travel time.

Testimonials from happy customers.

Master Movers was recommended to me by two friends, and their recommendations were spot on! I am very pleased with the level of professionalism and competence that I received during my recent move. The communication that I received from Eric Cairo was detailed and helpful. The hands-on service of the three movers assigned to my job, Ryan, Dennis, and Angel, was exemplary! They worked very hard and accommodated all of my requests and needs. I offer my highest recommendation of Master Movers!
Jon Bernard
Jon Bernard
10:21 22 Mar 24
Ryan and edge did a great fantastic job
Vicki Ford
Vicki Ford
19:46 08 Mar 24
Antonio and Jeffrey were amazing, efficient, and extremely polite!!! Would recommend them highly!!
Arron, Jimmy, Edge, Angel and Brandon were an awesome team!! The move went smoothly, quicker than expected and every was great! We will definitely recommend them to anyone needing a moving team.
Michael Roberts
Michael Roberts
20:31 04 Mar 24
A-1 service!! Aaron C was amazing. Highly recommended
A2B Moving
A2B Moving
18:40 04 Mar 24
Wonderful, polite, very professional. Would highly recommend them
susan biel
susan biel
18:34 04 Mar 24
Dominic , Brandon & Edge we're absolutely incredible!!Master movers, and this team of hardworking young men have changed my opinion of moving companies!. On time, polite, prepared, and 100% professional. Not one dent, scratch, or any other hazard associated with moving.If you're looking for a moving company that delivers as promised - Master movers is it!
Joseph Funaro
Joseph Funaro
00:24 03 Mar 24
Tolley, Ryan , Genaro , Dennies, Daniel We couldn’t be happier with the service we received. Would highly recommend to anybody!
Chris West
Chris West
00:06 03 Mar 24
Aaron, edge ,and denice were absolutely amazing and worked for nearly 8 hours without a break while moving my things I don't t know how they do it
Tom Nitz
Tom Nitz
19:24 29 Feb 24
Aaron, edge and Denice were fantastic and moved my things professionally and efficiently. Thanks again! Loved every minute
Janice Nitz
Janice Nitz
19:21 29 Feb 24
Hey guys, just gotta give a shoutout to Master Movers. These dudes are the bomb! Super reliable, showed up on time, and handled our stuff like pros. They made moving day a breeze, and the pricing was totally fair. If you need movers, these are your guys. Thanks, Master Movers, you saved our backs!
Sam Curry
Sam Curry
17:59 28 Feb 24
I can't recommend MasterMovers enough! From start to finish, they provided exceptional service and made our move smooth and stress-free.The team was incredibly professional, arriving right on time and handling our belongings with the utmost care. They were efficient yet thorough, ensuring everything was packed securely and transported safely to our new home.What really stood out was their attention to detail and willingness to go the extra mile. They took the time to listen to our specific needs and preferences, making sure everything was placed exactly where we wanted it in our new home.Not only was the service top-notch, but the pricing was also very reasonable compared to other quotes we received. MasterMovers provided excellent value for the exceptional service they delivered.Overall, I couldn't be happier with our experience. If you're looking for a reliable and professional moving company, look no further than Mastermovers!Thank you to the entire team for making our move a breeze!
Shannon Sims
Shannon Sims
17:57 28 Feb 24
Arron, Edge, Logan and Ryan did a great job. Everything was wrapped for protection to assume no damage. Arrived timely, were respectful and exceeded our expectations!
Dick Tuley
Dick Tuley
20:04 27 Feb 24
Toliy, Nick and Daniel are amazing young men—hard-working, efficient, strong and thoughtful. They packed and moved us both quickly and carefully, mindful of the furnishings they were moving & the homes we were buying and selling.I
Terry Black
Terry Black
18:26 27 Feb 24
Domonic and Antonio with very professional and very helpful with our move. Would highly recommend these two for any move you need.
Rob Blackington
Rob Blackington
01:25 27 Feb 24
We had a wonderful experience with Master Movers. All of the guys, Toliy, Jeffrey, Antonio, Dominic and Logan worked enthusiastically and showed initiative to get the job done. Throughout the three days they continued to ask what else could be done to make the job better. We felt like they cared. All of them were a delight to work with. Thank you!! Mike & Karen
Mike Yohann
Mike Yohann
21:44 24 Feb 24
Brandon and Cavin did an outstanding job unloading our ABF moving trailer. The movers who originally packed the trailer in Arizona did a terrible job. Brandon and Cavin unloaded the mess safely and quickly. We highly recommend Master Movers!
Judy Byam
Judy Byam
19:09 24 Feb 24
Aaron, cavin, and dennis were professional, personable & explained the moving process in detail. Highly recommend Master Movers!
Carole Ferrante
Carole Ferrante
20:25 23 Feb 24
Arron, Brandon and Edge were awesome! I couldnt of asked for a better group of guys to move my furniture! First class and professional. Made the move stress free! I'm glad I selected Master Movers!
Daniel Bridinger
Daniel Bridinger
01:57 23 Feb 24
Dominic and his team did a fabulous job. All were very careful and courteous. Erik also did a great job with the estimate and re-estimate as we sold things prior to the move. We would definitely recommend Master Movers.
Donna Handel
Donna Handel
19:16 21 Feb 24
Arron and Cavin excellent service fast friendly would highly recommend
Valerie St John
Valerie St John
13:53 20 Feb 24
Arron and Cavin were our movers. Polite, efficient, and did an overall great job!
Bob St John
Bob St John
13:53 20 Feb 24
2/19/24 Once again, I was very satisfied with the service the young men performed as the delivered and set up my belongings back in my home after 15 months of storage. Everything was as it was when they removed it. They were very respectful, neat and orderly. Nick and.Toliy did a great job and I thank them for their service.The workers who were here were very polite, on time, efficient, very thorough with wrapping my furniture to prevent any damages. I am pleased to give them a five star review.
Deb Kosciuszko
Deb Kosciuszko
23:00 19 Feb 24
Nick and Toliy did a fantastic job for us moving into a new storage facility with furniture, boxes and bins!
Brian Piper
Brian Piper
22:28 19 Feb 24
Arron and Brandon these guys were amazing and went above and beyond , highly recommend these guys, so polite and professional
Susan Duffy
Susan Duffy
18:31 19 Feb 24
Arron and Brandon did an awesome job and met all our needs, we highly recommend these guys
Michael Duffy
Michael Duffy
18:29 19 Feb 24
Awesome move with Nick, Antonio, Daniel and Edge! All done well and on time. Thanks so much!!
Michael Wentzel
Michael Wentzel
00:26 16 Feb 24
Arron, Dom, Jeffrey and Ryan did a great job! Highly recommend.
mckenzie
mckenzie
18:10 14 Feb 24
Arron, Dom, Jeffrey and Ryan did a great job everything was done perfectly.
Ethan Bergen
Ethan Bergen
18:10 14 Feb 24
The best experience of my life!! I’ve been moving since I was a kid and Dominic was the best mover I’ve ever had!! 100/10 if I could give more than 5 stars I would!!
Aloha K-9 Academy
Aloha K-9 Academy
02:09 14 Feb 24
Dominic and Daniel both were excellent at moving all my furniture and completing the job that was at task and couldn’t have done it better
Cody Hicks
Cody Hicks
18:12 13 Feb 24
Aaron and Toliy were amazing movers and did my junk removal quickly and efficiently.
Katherine Gallup
Katherine Gallup
17:48 13 Feb 24
Looked effective and professionalAaron and Toliy ... great
J Brew
J Brew
17:33 13 Feb 24
Great guysThanks Dominic & Daniel you’re awesome
Dom Velasquez
Dom Velasquez
17:21 13 Feb 24
Aaron and toily got rid of my grill and dresser so quick I wish I called them sooner!
John McGuire
John McGuire
17:15 13 Feb 24
Daniel and Dom are the best!
Marisol Menéndez
Marisol Menéndez
16:48 13 Feb 24
Buen servicio
Santofloo They baby
Santofloo They baby
16:34 13 Feb 24
Thank you Aaron and Tully! So grateful for your wonderful help in removing our furniture!!! Such a good job we’re very grateful for your assistance!
Pamela Tomkinson
Pamela Tomkinson
16:32 13 Feb 24
Aaron and Toliy moved my grill with care and experience
Dana Hargitt
Dana Hargitt
16:20 13 Feb 24
Great service
Octavio Games
Octavio Games
16:19 13 Feb 24
Master movers did an amazing job helping us with all our moving needs, the workers were very kind and helpful. I highly recommend this company if you ever need help moving!
brock nicholson
brock nicholson
16:09 13 Feb 24
Aaron and toliy were very professional kind and expedited the move smoothlyHighly recommend them
vickie Kutzler
vickie Kutzler
15:53 13 Feb 24
Wonderful customer service! Prompt, professional, courteous and friendly! I highly recommend them!
Cinnamon Gallatin
Cinnamon Gallatin
15:49 13 Feb 24
Dominic and Daniel , fantastic!! 10/10 recommended!!
Stephanie Guerrero
Stephanie Guerrero
15:34 13 Feb 24
Aaron was great. So was Toily very friendly and work fast to get my junk gone! Great!
Rich D
Rich D
15:23 13 Feb 24
muy buena experiencia me gusta
Ronaldo Minot
Ronaldo Minot
15:14 13 Feb 24
Great job very good guys
Daniel Carvalho
Daniel Carvalho
14:53 13 Feb 24
Aaron and toliy did an exceptional job moving my tv!
Jane Parker
Jane Parker
14:48 13 Feb 24
What a great experience, made picking up and moving such a breeze . Thank you Dominic and Daniel!
Edward Molnar-Strejcek
Edward Molnar-Strejcek
14:37 13 Feb 24
Aaron and Toliy were awesome! They were prompt and friendly. They helped with junk removal for us and it was super helpful. Would highly recommend them for any services!
Gina Villani
Gina Villani
14:32 13 Feb 24
Friendly service and prompt assistance
Dawn Hollenbaugh
Dawn Hollenbaugh
14:24 13 Feb 24
Super efficient and very pleasant!
Nancy Sahlas
Nancy Sahlas
14:18 13 Feb 24
Aaron and crew were excellent! Would highly recommend these guys, really took care not to damage our stuff.
steve collins
steve collins
14:12 13 Feb 24
Dominic and Daniel did a great job removing junk from several homes for me today! Amazing company to work with!
Nicolas Wikoff
Nicolas Wikoff
14:11 13 Feb 24
Aaron and tolly did an amazing job doing junk removal of my old peleton and treadmill
Madeline Stephens
Madeline Stephens
14:04 13 Feb 24
Arron, Jeffrey, Dom and Ryan did a fantastic and quick job!
Jennifer Bergen
Jennifer Bergen
20:45 12 Feb 24
Arron, Dom, Ryan and Jeffrey did an awesome job helping us move. We appreciated their attention to detail and positive can do attitudes. We highly recommend using these guys for your next move.
Thomas Bergen
Thomas Bergen
20:44 12 Feb 24
Each of our experiences with crew and operations leadership at Master Movers has been exemplary, and frankly, they are raising the bar for the moving industry. Timely, respectful, efficient and well trained. If there is such a thing as peace of mind during a move, they come as close as I've ever experienced. And beyond the fundamentals, the crew and I find ways to make our shared experiences enjoyable (imagine that!?!). Congratulations!
CD
CD
16:26 11 Feb 24
Aaron and Dom were awesome. Very professional. Definitely recommend.
Mike Searls
Mike Searls
17:26 10 Feb 24
Arron, Dom, Edge and Jeffrey were awesome in every way they made our move pleasant and took care of everything.
Zane Casablanca
Zane Casablanca
20:35 09 Feb 24
Arron, Dom, Edge and Jeffrey just moved us into our new home. We highly recommend them… they are professional, careful, friendly and on time. Wonderful to work with. Best move ever! They made it very pleasant for us!
Svenya Q.
Svenya Q.
20:29 09 Feb 24
Got the chance to talk with Chad this evening about his moving company. The Master Movers have very thoughtful and efficient systems in place to ensure a 5 star move any time of the year. Highly recommend using this company for any moving and storage needs.
Gage Ausmus
Gage Ausmus
23:56 06 Feb 24
An amazing moving company that really takes good care of your belongings. I would trust them to move me anywhere. The owner is very nice and has a lot of experience on getting the job done safely.
Jazey Walker
Jazey Walker
23:34 06 Feb 24
Friendly, hard working, very careful & knowledgeable team led by Dominic. Thanks guys!
Diane Wallon
Diane Wallon
20:47 05 Feb 24
Great moving company. Really Movers with Manners. We’ve got excellent experience with Antonio and Edge last Saturday, professional, pleasant guys. Also we enjoyed communicating with General Manager Kerstyn.Our true recommendation for using this company.
Alex Graff
Alex Graff
20:07 05 Feb 24
Having moved quite a bit in the last 25 years, I have come to expect a lot out of packers and movers. Today did not disappoint! The team of Antonio, Logan and Ryan, all lead by Dominic, were A+. They were beyond polite from the very start. They understood that I like to be in charge, and seemed to have no issues with that. And given that, their work was impeccable. They were fast, complete and asked for approval during the final walk-through, making sure that I was very happy. I would recommend Master Movers to all my friends. I would also have them request this team.I worked with Erik during the initial set up, he was stupendous, understanding everything that I wanted and needed.
sandy block
sandy block
21:08 01 Feb 24
The crew packed us up today and they were professional, friendly, efficient, and completely tuned into our unique needs and (sometimes crazy) requests. They worked quickly and completed the pack-and-prep under the estimated time. We couldn’t have asked for a better team. Thanks Dominic, Antonio, Ryan and Logan!
David Block
David Block
18:18 01 Feb 24
Aaron, Nick, Jeffery, and Edge were great. They were meticulous. I don’t know where they get all that energy. They did a great job. It was a pleasure.
Linda Dolan
Linda Dolan
02:06 31 Jan 24
Arron, Edge, Jeffery and Nick did an amazing job and went above and beyond what was expected and we highly recommend
Bill Dolan
Bill Dolan
21:37 30 Jan 24
Nick Daniel cavin and edgeOutstanding job by all the team members. Couldn’t have asked for better help. Professional, knowledgeable, and hard working. Made my life much easier.
Steven Cowett
Steven Cowett
22:35 29 Jan 24
Arron, Ryan I and JefferyI retired from Ford motor company in customer service, and these young gentleman epitomize customer service with a A+ attitude.Extremely friendly, hard-working, and very diligent and careful and making sure no dents, dings or damages were done to the old house or the new house.Recommend these three young gentleman to move you anywhere in the Country as well as the company that they work for
Don Donelson
Don Donelson
19:58 29 Jan 24
Arron, Ryan I and Jeffery were incredible! Very professional and went out of their ways to help us, even when it didn’t have anything to do with the move- like move our couch. True professionals!
Pam Donelson
Pam Donelson
19:51 29 Jan 24
Toily , Daniel, and Ryan were really knowledgeable and careful in every way and very polite
Darlene Haas
Darlene Haas
19:27 28 Jan 24
Aaron, Edge, Jimmy and Jon were absolutely amazing! They made a tough move because of divorce so much easier. Their positive attitude made a tough day easier. They were super professional not a curse word heard what a great team to have move me. The other thing is nothing was damaged.
Peter Fray
Peter Fray
23:17 27 Jan 24
Nick, Daniel, and Grant came out today and they were nothing but helpful. They went above and beyond with making sure everything was just right. Highly recommend these 3. Fantastic job!
zach price
zach price
20:46 26 Jan 24
Arron, Toliy and Ryan I were great, they met all our requirements and then some! Highly recommended
Kat Pfeiffer
Kat Pfeiffer
22:30 25 Jan 24
Arron, Toliy and Ryan I, did a great job, these guys were amazing! Highly recommend
Jim Pfeiffer
Jim Pfeiffer
22:29 25 Jan 24
Aaron c. And Edge were great.. would recommend them to anyone. Friendly, respectful amazing!
Debbie “Curls”
Debbie “Curls”
18:31 21 Jan 24
Dominic & Cavin moved us out of our North Venice home and into our new home in Palm Beach Gardens. They arrived on time and finished the job right on schedule. Their communication was excellent and they packed up and loaded all our furniture and belongings with great care. Dominic & Cavin did a fantastic job and exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend Dominic & Cavin as well as Master Movers.
Wayne Giles
Wayne Giles
22:54 20 Jan 24
Called Master Movers for a quote to move us in town. Eric (our salesman) came the next day. He was very fair and professional. He guided us as to what to expect with the move. Pricing was good, so we signed that day.Foley, Nick and Dylan moved us this morning. I must say they were very respectful and conscientious workers. They got the job done in a very professional and timely manner. Would definitely recommend Master Movers for your next move.
Mary Ann Mastromarino
Mary Ann Mastromarino
22:26 19 Jan 24
Aaron Coogan and Ryan Ingles were so professional and quick I couldn’t recommend another moving service because there is nobody that can beat what they’ve done!
Robert Bruno
Robert Bruno
14:17 19 Jan 24
Amazing, hard working, nice movers. We are moving out of state and they will drive directly. No transfers! Do not hesitate. Antonio’s team were the best!
Joanne Seim
Joanne Seim
19:27 18 Jan 24
Arron, Grant, Logan and Quintin did an amazing job, these guys are awesome and I would recommend them to anyone any day
joseph miele
joseph miele
22:10 17 Jan 24
Arron, Grant, Logan and Quintin did an awesome service , highly recommend
Ashley Miele
Ashley Miele
17:49 17 Jan 24
Antonio and JJ packed our house for a move to Winter Garden. Superb work. Antonio is an amazing worker. So quick and efficient. Very pleasant man. The guys are accommodating. Couldn’t recommend them more!!
Jan M
Jan M
17:26 17 Jan 24
Arron, JJ, Dom, Jeff and Jon did fantastic job, met all of our needs and we highly recommend these guys
Gary Stockbridge
Gary Stockbridge
21:36 15 Jan 24
Aaron and Dennis was absolutely amazing! Helped my Dad move, respectful, professional and caring for his possessions! 2nd time I used Master Movers and will refer over and over!!
donna yackel
donna yackel
18:53 15 Jan 24
Antonio and Daniel x2 were WONDERFUL! Of course I picked the rainiest day to move, but everything went smoothly. Would highly recommend Master Movers.
Janice Haller
Janice Haller
18:48 15 Jan 24
I was very well attended by Daniel, a very careful and polite boy! Impeccable work!
Claudilene Chaves
Claudilene Chaves
18:29 14 Jan 24
Aaron, Logan, and Ryan R. and Ryan I. did an amazing job moving us in! They were super hard working, careful with our stuff and did a great job working together! Would highly recommend!!
Jada Kouba
Jada Kouba
17:14 13 Jan 24
Aaron c. , Logan, Ryan ingles and Ryan were amazing I ended up having them stay an extra hour but in that time they moved a piano down two floor down narrow turns! Really spectacular!
Benjamin Kouba
Benjamin Kouba
17:14 13 Jan 24
Aaron, Nick, & Daniel All did an awesome job today picking up my piano and delivering it to my new home. They were fantastic. I would highly recommend!
Colette Russell
Colette Russell
17:09 12 Jan 24
Aaron Nick and Daniel did an amazing job on moving my baby grand piano. I cannot believe how easy they made it look!
Jeffrey Albrecht
Jeffrey Albrecht
15:43 12 Jan 24
Nick, Aaron and Daniel are a great crew. Professional, friendly and very careful!
Natalie Vandivier
Natalie Vandivier
15:35 12 Jan 24
js_loader