Best In 55+ Real Estate™

🏆 Ranked #1 in Home Value to Income Ratio for 55+ Populations — ALEX Intelligence, 2026. In Jefferson County, a home costs 7.2 years of median income—more than any other U.S. county with a high 65+ population. That’s not just a price tag; it’s a financial commitment that reshapes retirement planning. This data, drawn from ALEX Intelligence’s latest analysis of U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024, reveals a stark truth: retirement affordability is not a national average—it’s a county-by-county reality. For those considering where to downsize, age in place, or invest in a 55+ community, the cost isn’t just in square footage—it’s in how many years of income it takes to buy. Top 10 Counties with Highest Home Value to Income Ratio Among 55+ Populations (ALEX Intelligence — 2026) #1 Jefferson County <- this market #2 Nevada County #3 Douglas County #4 Josephine County #5 Ravalli County #6 Barnstable County #7 Island County #8 Lincoln County #9 Taos County #10 Lincoln County Source: https://alex-companies.com/data/2026-09-24-fifty-five-plus-fifty-five-plus-value-to-income-county-us-senior View and join any or all of our communities — AI, quantum, and real estate: https://alex-companies.com/reports/linkedin-groups If there's an AI, quantum, or real estate community you'd like to see us convene, tell us — this portfolio grows by request. Real Estate Strategy & Intelligence Leader. Democratized Blue Ocean Strategist & Operator. Diane Hart Alexander, MBA, MHA Chair & CEO, ALEX Companies Designated Broker, Alexander Tiffany Southwest, LLC dba ALEX.realestate, et.al. Texas License #574877-B · Broker License #565194-BB [email protected] · +1 713.591.9902