Arizona has long been a magnet for retirees seeking sunshine and an active lifestyle, and a new national study suggests several cities across the state remain attractive destinations for Americans entering their golden years.
Scottsdale ranks No. 4 among the best cities to retire in the United States, according to WalletHub’s 2026 analysis of 182 cities. Tempe also cracked the national top 20 at No. 17, while Chandler ranked No. 49 and Tucson came in at No. 55.
Phoenix ranked No. 76, followed by Peoria at No. 90, Gilbert at No. 94, Glendale at No. 100 and Mesa at No. 117…