The 10 Fastest Growing Cities for Retirees

7. Colorado Springs, CO

Senior population growth (2000 to 2010): 40 percent
The second largest city in Colorado offers great access to outdoor recreation and gorgeous places like Pike’s Peak and the Garden of the Gods. The city is home to one campus of the flagship University of Colorado and several other colleges and universities, and has four hospitals. It also offers plenty of cultural opportunities, including museums and numerous art galleries. Where to Retire magazine featured the city last year as of one of its 15 low-cost retirement destinations.