Best Counties for Retirement in Connecticut 2026
9 counties ranked by health care, safety, tax burden, and affordability.
All 9 Retirement-Ranked Counties in Connecticut
| Rank | County | Persona Score | Overall Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, CT | 63 | 53.5 |
| 2 | Northwest Hills Planning Region, CT | 59 | 48.8 |
| 3 | Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region, CT | 52 | 42.2 |
| 4 | Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region, CT | 50 | 41.5 |
| 5 | Western Connecticut Planning Region, CT | 47 | 38.3 |
| 6 | Naugatuck Valley Planning Region, CT | 39 | 32.8 |
| 7 | Capitol Planning Region, CT | 38 | 30.9 |
| 8 | South Central Connecticut Planning Region, CT | 34 | 28.2 |
| 9 | Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, CT | 32 | 28.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best county for retirement in Connecticut?
Based on our analysis of health care access, safety, property taxes, and cost of living, Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region ranks as the top retirement county in Connecticut with a retirement score of 63.
How many counties in Connecticut are ranked for retirement?
We rank 9 counties in Connecticut for retirement suitability, scoring each on health care access (35%), safety (30%), property tax (20%), and cost of living (15%).
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Data: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, FBI UCR, CDC, FEMA NRI, NCES, EPA SDWIS, 2019-2023 ACS — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.