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Ft. Lauderdale Florida

Fort Lauderdale is situated on the southeast coast of Florida, centrally located between Miami and Palm Beach. Fort Lauderdale’s nickname as the "Venice of America" is earned by its many scenic inland waterways, as well as proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and New River. Population: As of the 2010 census, Ft. Lauderdale had a population of 165,521. It is part of the South Florida metropolitan area which has nearly 5.5 million people.

Climate: Ft. Lauderdale has a semi-tropical climate and is blessed with over 3,000 hours of sunshine each year and pleasant year-round ocean breezes. It receives 63 inches of rain per year.

Cost of living: The cost of living in Fort Lauderdale is 12.2% greater than the Florida average, and 10% greater than the national average.

Housing costs: The median home value in Fort Lauderdale is $280,200, a little spendy for a retirement home, at 29% greater than the U.S. average.

Colleges and Universities: Continuing education classes for retirement enrichment can be found at OLLI’s Lifelong Learning Institute at Nova Southeastern University in Ft. Lauderdale.

Transportation:Local bus transportation is provided by Broward County Transit, and The Wave, a new 2.7-mile electric streetcar system is being planned for the downtown. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is the fastest-growing major airport in the country, partly due to a number of low-cost airlines that are providing cheaper service than nearby Miami International.

Travel and tourism: World-famous Fort Lauderdale Beach offers premier opportunities for recreation and relaxation in retirement. The Riverwalk area is the center for arts, science, cultural and history. It features the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Museum of Discovery and Science, Museum of Art and Old Fort Lauderdale Village and Museum.

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