Johnson City, TN is increasingly becoming a more popular place for retirement and relocation. Whether you’re getting ready to retire, looking for a place to raise a family or if you’re a remote worker wanting to work surrounded by stunning scenery – Johnson City could be the perfect place for you. We’re sharing all you need to know about the perks of living in Johnson City!
Location:
Surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains, no matter where you go – you’ll have stunning 360 views. Johnson City offers all the amenities of a big city but with a hometown feel. Furthermore, you can live without high costs, heavy traffic or inconveniences.
Residents are less than a day’s drive from half the US population and Tri-Cities Airport is only about 15 miles away. Quick getaways are easily drive-able such as the Smoky Mountains (105 mi.), Charlotte, NC (160 mi.), Asheville, NC (60 mi.) or Nashville, TN (285 mi.).
Affordability:
High quality of life, low cost of living.
Johnson City has low property tax ($3.80 city/county combined), a median home price of $300,000 and no state income tax and no tax on pensions
Recreation:
Natural scenery and wealth of opportunities for hiking, biking, fishing, kayaking and walking make it an ideal location for active retirees and young professionals alike.
With 4 distinct seasons, the average winter temperature is a mild 39 degrees and summer averages around 80. Mountains, lakes, trails and parks offer opportunities any time of year.
In Johnson City, you’ll find several outdoor recreation opportunities just minutes from the heart of the city. The Tweetsie Trail (a 10 mile walking and biking trail that connects Johnson City to Elizabethton), Tannery Knobs Mountain Bike Park, Buffalo Mountain Park are within a 10 minute drive of downtown. You’ll also find several parks and greenspaces throughout the city.
There are 288 miles of the Appalachian Trail located in Northeast, TN, 25 waterfalls, world-renowned fishing waters, class IV rapids, more than 230 miles of rivers, lakes and streams and hikes with stunning views are all a short 30 minute drive from town.
Healthcare:
Johnson City serves as a regional medical center for northeast Tennessee and southwest Virginia, along with parts of western North Carolina and Kentucky.
Culture & Community:
Downtown, music, restaurants, events, and festivals. Johnson City Memorial Park Community Center recently opened and has dedicated space for seniors, including an indoor pool, billiards, card room. They offer a variety of classes, hikes and outings.
“In 2017 my husband and I moved to Johnson City. We never realized how much we would enjoy this great community. The cost of living is very reasonable and there are so many wonderful opportunities for retirees here. We also enjoy how convenient it is to so many larger metropolitan areas. We love to hike, so this part of Tennessee is tailor made for us. The scenery is breathtaking and there are so many outdoor activities for us to enjoy. We also enjoy live music at great venues like Down Home and Founders After Five. These are a real treat! Festivals, restaurants, Downtown Farmer’s Market and so much more make Johnson City a first-rate place to retire. For active seniors, there are so many ways to incorporate the great outdoors, get involved in the community, volunteer and feel as though you are exactly where you are meant to be. It is a place we love calling home.”