“I’m glad you are looking at Chattanooga as a possibility, and would love to share more information with you about this wonderful city! it’s an amazing little city. In the south it is, I believe, the only state to experience all four seasons in full, not just a lot of one and a little of another.
There’s no doubt about it – Chattanooga is an ideal city for retirees. Our community has been highlighted as a top city for retirees by Money Magazine, U.S. News and World Report, Retirement Lifestyles and Where to Retire magazines. With a reputation for cultivating a clean, green environment, Chattanooga is quickly becoming a favorite destination for energetic baby boomers seeking active retirement lifestyles.
Others are drawn to the Scenic City for its friendly atmosphere. Chattanooga offers retirees the ability to enjoy an affordable lifestyle. In 2009 and 2010, Forbes.com ranked Chattanooga among the top 10 most affordable U.S. cities to live in, noting its inexpensive housing, lower real estate taxes, more stable employment, low cost of living and easy commutes.”
Here is the link Time.com just posted best place to retire:
http://nooga.com/170253/chattanooga-makes-timecom-list-of-best-places-to-retire/
And here is some more information on cost of living (calculator):
http://www.retiretennessee.org/cost-of-living/
Chattanooga winning best town title:
http://www.timesfreepress.com/news/local/story/2015/jun/06/being-mid-sized-key-factor-winning-best-town/308215/
Detailing Chattanooga economy:
http://www.cnbc.com/id/101144128
Best Outdoor City:
http://www.blueridgeoutdoors.com/magazine/november-2012/the-best-outdoor-city/
Statistics and Demographics:
https://www.chattanoogachamber.com/can-do/stats-and-demographics/
Relocation and Chattanooga Renaissance Info:
https://www.chattanoogachamber.com/about-chattanooga/relocation-and-retirement/