SummaryNancy Schneider, a Philadelphia retiree shares her experience of retiring in the city. Philadelphia is located on the East Coast of Pennsylvania, with easy access to New York City, Washington DC, and the Jersey coast. The city has a temperate climate and offers a variety of quick getaways, including New York, the Jersey Shore, and nearby gay towns like New Hope and Rehoboth. Philadelphia has a vibrant LGBTQ neighborhood known as the Gayborhood, but being gay is accepted throughout the city. The city has a rich arts and culture scene, with attractions like the Kimmel Center, Walnut Street Theater, Museum of Art, Barnes Museum, and more. The cost of living in Philadelphia varies depending on the neighborhood, but there are affordable options available. The city is walkable and offers convenient public transportation options. Philadelphia's food scene is exceptional and offers a wide variety of cuisines, including Italian, Vietnamese, Chinese, African, and more. The city is known for its sports culture, with basketball, football, and baseball being popular. Crime is a factor to consider, but the new mayor is taking action to address it. Philadelphia has excellent healthcare options, with renowned hospitals and a high number of doctors. The city has an urban lifestyle with walkability and access to arts, culture, and entertainment. Philadelphia offers easy access to travel, including an international airport. Pennsylvania offers tax benefits for retirees, including tax exemptions for retirement income, 401K withdrawals, IRAs, pensions, and social security. The state has the lowest flat tax rate in the country and provides property tax and rent rebate programs. The cost of living in Pennsylvania is slightly below the national average, and the average sales tax rate is 6.17%. Transportation savings include discounts on auto insurance for drivers aged 55+, free bus, subway, and trolley rides for seniors over 65, $1 regional rail rides during off-peak hours, and discounted bridge tolls for drivers aged 65+ with a New Jersey EZPass.Overall, Philadelphia is considered a hidden gem in the Northeast. Check out this link and video about LGBTQ+ healthcare at Cooper at Cooper University HealthCare in South New Jersey. (3.7 miles and 14 minutes from Philadelphia) https://www.cooperhealth.org/services/cooper-proud-lgbtq-health?utm_source=pgn&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=PGN