These are the 10 cities and towns that made the cut, in no particular order.
The area offers abundant outdoor recreation, including boating, fishing, and swimming on the Shenango River Lake.
Mercer Countys 11 hospitals and 276 health care establishments provide accessible medical care.
Founded in 1804, Johnstown is the largest city in Cambria County, with a population of 17,809.
It is situated about 80 miles from Pittsburgh International Airport.
The median home value in the county is $115,900.
Residents have access to six area hospitals and 266 health care establishments.
Withdrawals from pre-tax accounts are not taxable in Pennsylvania, potentially a significant saving for state residents.
Outdoor activities are plentiful, and Canoe Creek State Park provides opportunities for boating, fishing, and hiking.
Altoona is about a 2.5-hour drive from Pittsburgh International Airport.
Affordable real estate is available in the Blair County area, with a median home value of $156,700.
With 12 area hospitals and 293 health care establishments, residents have convenient access to medical care as well.
Like everywhere in Pennsylvania, withdrawals from pre-tax accounts are not subject to state tax.
Today, visitors can enjoy the canal for boating, kayaking, and scenic cruising.
A bike path, part of the 750-mile Empire State Trail, follows much of its route.
(Fun fact: New York Citys Madison Square Garden was modeled after the Auditorium.)
The median home value is $171,100.
Health care is provided through the countys 14 hospitals and 379 health care establishments.
And while Social Security income is not taxable, withdrawals from pre-tax accounts are partially taxed.
The Endicott History and Heritage Center tells the stories of those companies with photos and artifacts.
Less than eight miles from Union, Binghamton University provides athletic and cultural events as well as continuing-education opportunities.
Pittsfield, in western Massachusetts, is the largest city in Berkshire County.Credit:iStockphoto/Getty Images
The Bundy Museum of History & Art and the Roberson Museum and Science Center are found in Binghamton.
Ross Park Zoo and Cider Mill Stage are both nearby.
For hiking, waterfalls, forests, and natural beauty, IBM Glen provides 200 acres of outdoor activities.
The Buhl Timblin Casino at Buhl Park Farm, located on Lake Julia in Hermitage, Pennsylvania.Courtesy of Visit PA
Today, the city has a population of 53,821.
The median county home value is $145,100.
Billed as The City of Firsts, its the birthplace of basketball and of Theodor Geisel (a.k.a.
Johnstown, Pennsylvania, seen from above.William Sherman/iStockphoto/Getty Images
The state of Massachusetts does not tax Social Security income, but withdrawals from pre-tax accounts are taxable.
MGM Springfield has a casino, a cinema, concert venues, restaurants, and a hotel.
Recreational boating is available at Riverfront Park, too.
A funicular car at the Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark in Altoona, Pennsylvania.John M. Chase/Getty Images
The median home value in Carroll County is $348,900, the highest on this list.
The county has two hospitals and 82 health care establishments.
(The countys median home value is $205,600.)
Utica, a city in New York state’s Mohawk Valley.iStockphoto/Getty Images
Three hospitals and 248 health care organizations serve its residents.
In addition, parks and recreational areas offer golf courses, soccer fields, and walking paths.
Rowan College provides continuing-education opportunities as well as a performing-arts center.
The city of Union, New York, offers easy access to outdoor activities, including hikes in nearby IBM Glen.Jonathan William Cohen/iStockphoto/Getty Images
New Jersey taxes withdrawals from pre-tax accounts, but Social Security income is not taxable.
With a population of 44,769, Concord is a major city in Merrimack County.
Residents enjoy convenient access to health care with 40 hospitals and 252 medical establishments in the county.
MGM Springfield in Springfield, Massachusetts.Courtesy of MGM Springfield Casino and Hotel
The median home value in the county is $330,600.
New Hampshire does not tax Social Security income or withdrawals from pre-tax accounts.
Many of the citys homes and buildings are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
A covered bridge spans the Saco River in Conway, New Hampshire.Getty Images
Two lakesOnota and Pontoosucare also popular for outdoor activities.
With a population of 42,771, Pittsfield is the largest city in Berkshire County.
Health care is available through five hospitals and 231 medical establishments.
Vineland, New Jerset at sunset.Nick Vendetta/Adobe Stock
The median home value in the county is $283,800.
The state of Massachusetts does not tax Social Security income, but withdrawals from pre-tax accounts are taxable.
The New Hampshire State House, in the city of Concord.iStockphoto/Getty Images
Inside the Colonial Theatre, in Pittsfield, Massachusetts.Courtesy of Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism
