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Baldwin County, Alabama Retirement Score
Baldwin County is one of Alabama's clearest retirement counties for people who want Gulf Coast lifestyle and retiree fit. It is more compelling on climate and pace than on low-risk practicality. Use this page to understand why it scores the way it does before moving into side-by-side comparisons.
Quick takeaway
Best for: Gulf Coast lifestyle, retiree fit, warm weather
Think twice if: lower storm exposure or deeper healthcare access matter more
At a glance
Median rent: $1,260
Median home value: $340,000
Age 65+: 23%
Climate: Warm winters and humid summers
Healthcare: Around average access signals
Risk: Elevated hurricane and flood exposure
Air quality: Around average
Score breakdown
Affordability
62
Moderately affordable
Healthcare Access
56
Around average
Climate Comfort
82
Strong
Disaster Risk
39
Below average
Air Quality
58
Around average
Retiree Fit
74
Above average
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