7 Best States Where Retirees Enjoy the Longest Lifespan 

When it comes time for retirement, retirees can choose where they want to live, how much money they need and whether to reduce their retirement costs.

How long will you have to enjoy your golden years? This is one aspect of retirement that is really out of their control.

No retiree can completely determine their health and lifespan as much as they wish they had that kind of power.

We can eat healthily and exercise, yes, but studies have shown that differences in health care, pollution, weather and other regional factors are important for longevity.

According to data from the US Census Bureau, life expectancy after age 65 is 18.5 years. Here's a look at 7 top states where life expectancy after age 65 is at least 19 years.

Is Maine one of your mainstays? Portland, Maine's largest city, is one of the most beautiful places to retire in America.

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MAINE

MAINE

What do you think about Colorado? Perhaps think about going hiking in the clear mountain air? Maybe those outdoor activities help keep Colorado's life expectancies so high.

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Colorado 

Colorado 

The Mayo Clinic in Rochester was recently ranked as the best hospital in the country. Maybe That's Why Minneapolis Is One of the Best Places to Retire.

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Minneapolis 

This may not have surprised the Golden Girls, but of seven of the best places to retire on the East Coast, Florida's cities fill four. Is The Sunshine State Calling Your Name?

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Florida 

Florida 

Living in beautiful Washington state doesn't come cheap. But in the evergreen state, the situation is improving for the elderly citizens as well.

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Washington 

Washington 

Oregon has stunning scenery and lots of outdoor activities, but make sure your retirement fund is well stocked, as Oregon also turned up on the list of the worst states for retirees.

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Oregon 

Oregon 

Retirees in New Hampshire have experienced the second biggest improvement in average Social Security benefits over the past decade.

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New Hampshire  

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