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McMinnville, Tennessee

Fountain on the courthouse square in McMinnville, Tennessee, United States, with the Warren County Courthouse rising in the background.
Overall fit
Moderate3.3 / 5
Care access
Excellent
Safety
Good3.0 / 5
Climate
Good3.3 / 5
Daily life
2 / 5 · Moderate

Is McMinnville a good place to retire?

Healthcare access is a real strength here.

What it may cost

Start with the local estimate. Traveler and couple budgets show how the monthly total can change.

Local monthly estimate

$2,564

Traveler estimate
$3,477
Couple estimate
$4,023
Typical 1BR rent
$604
Cost pressure
Good
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Everyday life

Family visits should be relatively easy to arrange. There is an established 50+ community.

33.5%

Residents age 50+

Walkability
Moderate

2 / 5

A car will likely make everyday errands easier.

Median broadband
409 Mbps

Plenty for video calls and streaming.

Family visits
Easy weekend visit
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Getting the care you need

The care picture looks excellent as a starting point. Country-level life expectancy is about 78.9 years.

1

Hospitals nearby

Healthcare access
Excellent
Healthcare quality
Poor
Country life expectancy
About 78.9 years
Primary care
Moderate
Pharmacy access
Excellent
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Understanding safety

Property crime looks better; violent crime is the part to examine more closely.

Overall safety

Good

3.0 / 5

Violent crime
Moderate
Property crime
Very Good
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Living through the seasons

Summers are the easier season. Winter comfort deserves a closer look.

Overall climate comfort

Good3.3 / 5

Summer

86°F

Average high

25 days/year above 90°F

4.1 / 5 · Very Good

Winter

33°F

Average low

70 days/year below freezing

2.9 / 5 · Good

Air quality

Excellent

4.7 / 5

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Retirement fit

Why it may fit

A move feels more comfortable when care, costs, seasons, and the places you go each day work together.

Reasons it may fit

  • Healthcare access is rated excellent.
  • 1 hospitals within 12 km are nearby.
  • Primary care access is rated moderate.

What to plan for

  • The local monthly estimate is $2,564, including a typical 1BR rent of $604.
  • Summer comfort is rated very good; the average summer high is Warm · 86°F and 25 days/year are above 90°F.
  • Review both crime measures: Moderate for violent crime and Very Good for property crime.

Questions retirees ask

What should I budget for retirement in McMinnville?

The current local-resident estimate is $2,564 per month, with a typical 1BR rent of $604. Treat it as a planning starting point and compare the detailed cost categories with your own housing, travel, and healthcare needs.

How is healthcare access in McMinnville?

Healthcare access is rated excellent, with 1 hospitals within 12 km nearby. Primary care access is rated moderate. Insurance, appointment availability, and the drive from home still matter.

What are the seasons like in McMinnville?

Summer comfort is very good, with an average high of Warm · 86°F and 25 days/year above 90°F. Winter comfort is good, with an average low of 33°F / 0°C.

Could this place work for you?

People who value easy access to care may find a lot to like here. Before adding it to your shortlist, take a closer look at violent crime.

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