3. Cornwall

Located in Orange County, which is a suburb of New York City, this small village is another charming place to make this list. Living in Cornwall provides residents with a sparse suburban vibe, and most residents own their homes. Also, the public schools here are highly rated.

Featuring a population of about 10,000 residents, there’s plenty of history, shops, and activities in this gorgeous small town, so it’s definitely a great place for retirees.

With a property crime rate listed at 0.7 and a violent crime rate of just 0.2, you don’t need to worry about any incidents while living in Cornwall.