PITTSBURGH

BEST CITY FOR RETIREES

Population: 2,314,937
Cost-of-Living Index: 95 (100 being national average)
Percentage of Workforce in Creative Class: 29.8%
Bohemian Indicator: 95
Creative-Class Salary Growth (2000-2005): 15.8%

Pittsburgh? Yes, the former steel city not only is picturesque -- built on green hills -- but also is very affordable and filled with museums, great restaurants, and interesting neighborhoods. Best of all for retirees, its economy now is driven by "eds and meds." This combination of education and medical facilities means plenty of health-care options and opportunities for continuous learning.

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