{"id":8945,"date":"2022-12-09T22:09:50","date_gmt":"2022-12-09T22:09:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestretirementcities.org\/?p=8945"},"modified":"2022-12-05T23:23:45","modified_gmt":"2022-12-05T23:23:45","slug":"the-5-best-cities-to-retire-to-in-north-dakota","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestretirementcities.org\/the-5-best-cities-to-retire-to-in-north-dakota\/","title":{"rendered":"The 5 Best Cities to Retire to in North Dakota"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you’re looking for a peaceful and affordable place to spend your retirement, then North Dakota is worth considering. Even though we ranked it as the 48th overall best state to retire to,<\/a> North Dakato does have it’s attractions.\u00a0 The state is known for its friendly people, lower cost of living (mostly due to the lower real estate prices), and breathtaking views. If you’re considering this frigid state, here are the 5 best cities to retire to in North Dakota<\/a>:<\/p>\n

Bismarck<\/h2>\n

Bismarck is the state’s capital and largest city, but it still has a small-town feel.\u00a0 That’s mostly because even the big cities in North Dakota would be quaint towns in sourthern states like Georgia.<\/a> The city is home to a thriving arts and culture scene, as well as plenty of parks and recreational opportunities. Bismarck also has a low crime rate and a strong economy, making it a great place to retire. Some of the city’s notable landmarks include the North Dakota State Capitol of course, and more cultural and fun places like the Bismarck-Mandan Symphony Orchestra, and the Dakota Zoo.<\/p>\n

Fargo<\/h2>\n

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Fargo is another great city for retirees. The city has a diverse economy, a low cost of living, and plenty of amenities for seniors. Fargo ranks 22nd best city to retire to according to Forbes Magazine<\/a>. Fargo also has a thriving arts and culture scene, with a variety of museums, galleries, and performing arts venues. Some of the city’s notable landmarks include the Fargo Civic Center, the Fargo Air Museum, and the Fargo Theatre.\u00a0 As one of the most popular places in North Dakota, it’s surprising that the real estate is relatively affordable with housing prices less than $300,000 on average.<\/p>\n

Grand Forks<\/h2>\n

If you enjoy outdoor activities, then Grand Forks might be the perfect place for you to retire. The third largest city in North Dakota is surrounded by beautiful parks and natural areas, and it’s a great place to go hiking, biking, or fishing. Grand Forks also has a low cost of living and a strong economy. Some of the city’s notable landmarks include the Greater Grand Forks Greenway, the Red River of the North, and the University of North Dakota.<\/p>\n

Minot<\/h2>\n

Minot is a smaller city in North Dakota, but it has a lot to offer retirees. The city has a low cost of living, a strong economy, and a high quality of life. Minot also has a thriving arts and culture scene, with a variety of galleries, museums, and performing arts venues. Some of the city’s notable landmarks include the Roosevelt Park Zoo, the Scandinavian Heritage Park, and the Dakota Territory Air Museum.<\/p>\n

Williston<\/h2>\n

Williston is a smaller city in the western part of the state. The city has a low cost of living and a strong economy, and it’s a great place for retirees who enjoy outdoor activities. Williston is surrounded by beautiful parks and natural areas, and it’s a great place to go hiking, biking, or fishing. Some of the city’s notable landmarks include the Fort Buford State Historic Site, the Williston Area Recreation Center, and the Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument.<\/p>\n

Overall, North Dakota is a great place to retire.\u00a0 When it comes to rankings, North Dakota is pretty abysmal due to taxes, low population of retirees and weather.\u00a0 However, it’s incredibly average (which in our rankings is actually good), and whether you’re looking for a vibrant arts and culture scene, access to outdoor activities, or a peaceful and affordable place to live, North Dakota has something to offer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

If you’re looking for a peaceful and affordable place to spend your retirement, then North Dakota is worth considering. Even though we ranked it as the 48th overall best state to retire to, North Dakato does have it’s attractions.\u00a0 The state is known for its friendly people, lower cost of living (mostly due to the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":8946,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[112],"tags":[85],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/bestretirementcities.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8945"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/bestretirementcities.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/bestretirementcities.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bestretirementcities.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bestretirementcities.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8945"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/bestretirementcities.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8945\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8949,"href":"https:\/\/bestretirementcities.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8945\/revisions\/8949"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bestretirementcities.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8946"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/bestretirementcities.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8945"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bestretirementcities.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8945"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bestretirementcities.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8945"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}