Healthy and Happy in Carefree Colorado

Colorado, the state of stunning plains, rivers, canyons, and mountains, also has progressive cities buzzing with the very best 2022 has to offer. Among the many must-see unique aspects of this vast state is Four Corners Monument—the only spot in the country where you can stand in four different states at the same time: Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah.

Home to some of the best ski destinations in America, Colorado resorts will not disappoint. But skiing is just one of the ways Colorado promotes an active lifestyle. There’s hiking, camping, kayaking, and climbing galore. Rocky Mountain National Park is a mecca for wildlife viewing, and when Trail Ridge Road is open, you can see coyotes, black bears, moose, marmots, bighorn sheep, and elk.

In fact, not only are there abundant opportunities for communing with nature, but Denver, Fort Collins, Colorado Springs, and Boulder are routinely listed as some of the healthiest cities in the nation. With a high life expectancy, great year-round weather, low property taxes, and friendly people, Colorado is an enticing relocation option for many.

0.49%

Average effective property tax rate

4.5% Flat income tax rate

5th lowest state in property taxes

Climate

Given its vast size and diversity of terrain and elevation, Colorado has a little of everything, featuring four out of the eight climate zones. Winter brings plenty of snow, but the sun shines virtually all year round, and the low humidity makes for a fresh environment ideal for an outdoor, active lifestyle.

Health Care

Often ranked as one of the healthiest states in the country, Colorado is renowned for its state-of-the-art medical centers and exceptional hospitals. Also named one of the best states for health care in a report from Healthcare Transformers

Income Taxes

Considered to be tax-friendly for retirees, did you know that Colorado allows a deduction of $24,000 per year on all retirement income for taxpayers 65 years and older?

Recreation

Discover breathtaking waterfalls in spring, camp under the stars all summer, hike through the fall foliage, and snowboard your winter away. After a long day on the slopes or climbing Star Dune, America’s largest sand dune at Great Sand Dunes National Park, bask in the natural hot water of Glenwood Springs, the largest mineral pool in the world and one of the hottest in Colorado. Rocky Mountain National Park has soaring mountain peaks, alpine lakes, lush forests, and diverse wildlife showcasing nature at its best. Equally, Colorado cities are full of bike trails, global cultural opportunities, and a vast range of cuisine. Standing 1,053 feet tall, the Royal Gorge Bridge in Canon City is one of the highest suspension bridges in the world, and it has a theme park, camping, and whitewater rafting running through the gorge.