Albuquerque Area, NM 55+ Active Adult Retirement Communities

Nestled amid the beautiful Sandia and Manzano Mountains, Albuquerque active adult communities have all the urban amenities of a large metropolis while remaining close to the serenity of nature. Shopping and fine dining rub elbows here with a dazzling variety of artistic and cultural events. While gazing at the blazing desert stars, it can be easy to forget that this relaxed cultural crossroads has a metropolitan population of nearly a million people, nearly a quarter of them aged 55 and better.

Albuquerque Area Climate & Geography

Sunshine dominates in Albuquerque's climate, up to 300 days a year. Any days that don't have sunshine usually only have high wispy clouds. Although Albuquerque does have four distinct seasons, the main difference between them is very light, loose clothing during the hot summers and a slightly heavier sweater or maybe a coat on winter evenings. In the Valley, winter temperatures range between highs close to 50 degrees and lows in the mid 20s. Summer daytime temperatures regularly go over 90 degrees, while evenings drop to the mid 50s. The higher the elevation, the cooler the climate.

Recreation, Culture & Entertainment Near Albuquerque

From the moment you enter New Mexico, you will quickly discover that the state has an art vibe all its own. The Albuquerque-Santa Fe region is the heart of New Mexico's art scene. Many area highway overpasses and retaining walls are decorated with murals and bas-relief sculptures. Music and dance opportunities range from mariachi to ballet, and jazz to belly dancing. There are so many arts, dance, theater, cultural, and musical events and organizations that you could visit or even participate in a different one every day of the year!

Albuquerque Cost of Living & Taxes

The cost of living in a 55+ community near Albuquerque, New Mexico, is below average for the United States as a whole. Part of this has been further supplemented by a moderate state sales tax to which local counties add their own sales tax. Property taxes vary greatly across the Albuquerque-Santa Fe region, but are generally lower outside Albuquerque than in the city proper.

Albuquerque Health Care

Residents of age-restricted communities in Albuquerque enjoy a high quality of life. In addition to the VA Medical Center, the Lovelace Women s Hospital, and the University of New Mexico Hospital, Albuquerque also abounds in high-quality clinics to meet every level of healthcare for New Mexico s active adult community.