A new U.S. News & World Report study has ranked the best places to retire in 2026, with a Midwest city coming in at number one.

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For the 2026 ranking, U.S. News & World Report evaluated more than 850 U.S. cities, based on how well they meet American retirees' expectations against measures including quality of life, affordability, health care, retiree taxes, job market, and, for the first time, population and migration for retirees aged 55 and older.

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Midland, Michigan took the No. 1 spot for scoring high on affordability and retiree taxes. The city is known for its cultural and artistic attractions like the Midland Center for the Arts, and its natural spaces such as Dow Gardens and the Chippewa Nature Center. Midland is home to the corporate headquarte

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