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Sedona Arizona is a well known tourist destination, hosting many activities and sights to see for retirees. For example, Sedona is most known for their “Red Rocks“, which were seen in countless western films like, Jimmy Stewart’s “Broken Arrow”. The color effects displayed on the sandstone rocks during the sunrises and sunsets  in Sedona are amazing! This beauty coupled with moderate climates and mountains that stretch for miles have made Sedona one of the most sought after retirement communities in the United States.

According to at least one source, Sedona, Arizona is actually rated as one of the top 20 retirement destinations in the country. The arts and hiking are of the most notable here. Many music and film events such as the International Film Festival are hosted in Sedona, but most choose Sedona for its beautiful setting and warm climate.

What is the population of Sedona?

The population of Sedona Arizona in 2017 is just 10,336 according to the latest US Census Bureau.

What is special about this retirement community

• The Red Rocks of Sedona are Breathtaking
• 6 Million Acres of National Forest
• Hiking
• Sightseeing
• Shopping
• Horseback Riding
• Sedona International Film Festival

What is not special about this retirement community

• Lots of tourists
• Overdeveloping fast
• Expensive Real Estate

What kind of people retire in Sedona?

Sedona attracts all kinds of retirees but mostly ones interested in outdoor activities, great scenery, and the arts. Real estate is a bit more pricey than the rest of the US, so the type of residents that retire in Sedona tend to be affluent. Average retired age is 50.

Economy

Sedona has a booming economy due to its popular retirement and tourists destinations. Components include: retail, services, construction, and hospitality.

Cultural Scene & Restaurants

• Sedona Jazz on the Rocks festival
• Sedona Arts Center
• Sedona International Film Festival
• Arizona Opera League
• Coconino Community College
• Yavapai College
• NORAZ Poets
• Galleries

Crime Rate

Low crime rate. Crime rate is Sedona is 50% of the US average

Medical

• Verde Valley Medical Center
• Northern Arizona Homecare
• Flagstaff Medical Center
• Sedona Medical Center

Transportation

• Sedona to Flagstaff Airport is 25 miles
• Sedona to Prescott is around 66 miles
• Sedona to Phoenix is around 116 miles

Chamber of Commerce

The Sedona Chamber of Commerce

What other potential retirees are saying about Sedona

If you are looking for an action-packed retirement place, Sedona is not the one! Sedona is a perfect place for a mellow, quiet retirement. Once just a dusty blip on the map, this city is all grown up now and has become a much desired retirement spot.

While some people may plan on working their entire lives, there are those of us, including me, that would like to retire by age 65 or earlier, if possible. About 24% of workers think they need to work until they are age 80 before they can retire. And, about 37% of people said they will never retire. That leaves the other 39% who plan on retiring on or before the age of 65. Not that we are saying you have to retire, but your retirement may come sooner than you think if you are not ready for it. And sometimes workers have no control over when they retire.

Here are a couple examples of people who retire early, but not by choice: Why do people retire?

1. Being Laid Off. Layoffs aren’t a huge issue at the moment, but the economy is starting to pick up. Normally, the older/ higher paid workers are laid off first. As with age, it becomes harder to find a similar job with similar compensation.
2. Declining Health. When you’re young, it’s easy to believe that you will be healthy your entire life, but that not always the case, and some people have to retire earlier than usual do to health reasons.
3. Taking Care Of Others. Another reason workers leave their jobs early is due to caring for loved ones. Parents need more help as they get older and hiring someone to take care of them can be very expensive. Some people would rather quit their jobs to care for their loved ones, rather than paying someone else to take care of them.
4. Hate Your Career. A lot of people complain about their jobs, they dream of quitting and can’t wait to tell their boss that one day. Some people just decide one day that they are done working, and retire. Although, this route is not suggested, or at least not until you have more money coming in than going out.
5. Freedom To Do What You Want. There are people out there that just want to start doing what they love. Maybe they want to be a writer, blogger, live off the grid, vacation more, or travel a lot, etc. Living with purpose is more important to some people than living with money.

It’s totally up to you why you retire, but if you plan on retiring in the near future, make sure you have more money coming in than going out and that you are happy with where your life is taking you.