Nevada city ranked in top 10 for safest, wealthiest places for retirees
For many retirees, finding the right place to settle down means prioritizing both safety and financial security.
A recent study by GOBankingRates ranked cities across the U.S. based on these factors, analyzing crime rates and average income among retirement-age households in communities where at least 25% of the population is 65 or older.
One Nevada city stood out, earning a spot among the top 10 retirement destinations.
Which Nevada city is the safest and wealthiest to retire in?
Mesquite claimed the No. 7 spot in the safest and wealthiest cities in the United States to retire. Mesquite's average retirement income is $39,396. It also has a low crime rate with less than 2 cases of violent crime per 1,000 residents and less than 12 cases of property crime.
The town just northeast of Las Vegas is home to 20,471 people, mostly retirees. It is also the fastest growing town in Nevada. It is known for its golfing opportunities, proximity to the Red Rock Desert, hotels, restaurants and casinos.
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Where is Mesquite and how far is it from Las Vegas?
Mesquite is 82 miles northeast of Las Vegas on the Nevada/Arizona border. It's 39 miles southwest of St. George, Utah.
How is the weather in Mesquite, Nevada?
Because Mesquite is in Southern Nevada, the climate is very dry and hot with mild winters and very hot summers.
Average monthly high and low temperatures in Mesquite:
- January: 60/34
- February: 66/38
- March: 73/44
- April: 81/51
- May: 92/61
- June: 102/70
- July: 108/77
- August: 105/75
- September: 98/67
- October: 84/55
- November: 69/43
- December: 59/33
What is Mesquite, Nevada, known for?
Mesquite is known for being Southern Nevada's retirement community and it's mixture of small town charm and big city attractions. The city boasts golf courses designed by famous golfers Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus, as well as famed golf course architect Gary Panks.
It is also known for its proximity to the Valley of Fire State Park and the Lake Mead National Recreation Area. Despite being a small town, Mesquite also has resort casinos that are complete with spas, several museums and art collections that visitors can explore.
Why is Mesquite, Nevada, called Mesquite?
Originally called Mesquite Flats by early Mormon pioneers, the town was named after the mesquite trees in the area. The town was founded by pioneers as an agricultural hub with the goal of decreasing Western settlers' reliance on East Coast goods.
Safest and wealthiest places for retirees in the U.S., according to GOBankingRates
- Oro Valley, Arizona
- Pinehurst, North Carolina
- Bella Vista, Arkansas
- Rancho Palos Verdes, California
- Georgetown, Texas
- Centerville, Ohio
- Mesquite, Nevada
- Lincoln, California
- Prescott, Arizona
- Huntley, Illinois