PODS Moving and Storage Blog

If you would prefer your golden years to have a warm, Southwestern persuasion, then Arizona should be at the top of your list. When you make the choice to retire in Arizona, you’ll be in good company, as those aged 65+ account for 17.1 percent of the population, and Arizona ranks 12th when it comes to having the most retired folks in the U.S. So is retiring in Arizona for you? Let’s find out!

 It’s not hard to fall in love with Washington, D.C. But one thing’s for certain: Living in D.C. means living in a city with a high crime rate. So what do you do if your heart’s set on moving to the nation’s capital? You look into the safest neighborhoods in the D.C. area. Here are the ones that top our list. 

Not only is walking great for your body and mind, but it also directly combats noise and air pollution, reduces the stress of planning your commute, and makes your home feel more alive. It also has tons of health benefits, you’ll save money on gas and insurance, and it’s a great opportunity to meet new people and get to know your city. In a country built with car owners in mind, though, where can you move to find this? We’re here to help you answer exactly that.

L.A. is one of the best cities when it comes to entertainment, fashion, music, and arts scenes. But, unfortunately, we can’t say the same about its safety. In fact, L.A. is safer than only seven percent of U.S. cities. So where would you feel comfortable living in the L.A. area? Here are our picks for 10 of the safest neighborhoods in Los Angeles.

Florida is becoming even more popular to call home than ever, with an estimated number of 320,000 Americans moving to the state between 2021 and 2022. But let’s go a step further: What are the best small towns in Florida to move to?