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Retirement Living In Anna Maria Island - Florida


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Area Description

Anna Maria Island is a barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico just off the coast of Bradenton, Florida. With our laid back culture, and toes in the sand lifestyle, this is a great place to vacation and to live. Anna Maria Island still has an "old Florida" feel, with 7 miles of pristine white sand beaches. Pick your activity with great restaurants, boutique shops and a free trolley service that runs 7 days a week. Don't want to leave here, no problem. A grocery store, pharmacies, a general store, banks, churches, community organizations, great arts and culture venues and many outdoor activities are available. Anna Maria Island has no high rise buildings, and has a true sense of community and culture. Anna Maria Island Awaits You!

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Area Amenities

Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
   People who love the water, the gentle swell of the Gulf of Mexico and a laid back lifestyle, where flip flops are the norm, will love Anna Maria Island. Cultural venues like the Island Players, museums, art galleries and an active Community Center make this a perfect place to get involved in your community. Two annual island festivals which are family friendly and free of charge are always fun.

Cultural Activities
Island Players Theater, Artists Guild, Art studios, Concert Chorus and Orchestra, Artswalk, 2 libraries

Public transportation
Bus service to the mainland, with 3 airports within an hour of the island. The Port of Manatee hosts cruise ships for an offshore adventure, and the free trolley service on the island makes it so easy to get around. Rent bicycles, golf carts or just take a leisurely stroll on the beach.

Medical Facilities


Two major hospitals on the mainland are within easy distance of the island.


What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Anna Maria Island, Florida?

For those of you that retire in Anna Maria Island, you will have hotter temperatures than other areas of the USA.

Winter temperatures are cool with averages in the low 60's and highs in the low 70's. Nights are cool with lows in the mid 50's. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect some rainy days in the winter.

If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Anna Maria Island such as a visit to a museum, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are mild with averages in the low 70's and highs in the low 80's. Nights are cool with lows in the low 60's. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect a few days of rain.

Summertime in Anna Maria Island is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the beach, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are warm with averages in the low 80's and highs in the low 90's. Nights are warm with lows in the mid 70's. Expect a lot of days above 90°. Humidity with lots of moisture in the air may feel oppressive. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Summer.

If you retire in Anna Maria Island, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are warm with averages in the mid 70's and highs in the mid 80's. Nights are mild with lows in the upper 60's. Expect a few days above 90°. Humidity may feel uncomfortable. Expect some rainy days in the fall.

Monthly Temperature Ranges

 Month  Low  Avg  High
 Jan  52 F°  62 F°  71 F°
 Feb  55 F°  64 F°  73 F°
 Mar  59 F°  67 F°  76 F°
 Apr  63 F°  72 F°  81 F°
 May  69 F°  78 F°  86 F°
 Jun  74 F°  82 F°  90 F°
 Jul  76 F°  83 F°  91 F°
 Aug  76 F°  83 F°  91 F°
 Sep  74 F°  82 F°  89 F°
 Oct  68 F°  77 F°  85 F°
 Nov  61 F°  70 F°  78 F°
 Dec  55 F°  64 F°  73 F°

Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days

 Month  Days Greater Than 90 F°  Days Less Than 32 F°  Days Less Than 0 F°
 Jan  0  1  0
 Feb  0  0  0
 Mar  0  0  0
 Apr  0  0  0
 May  5  0  0
 Jun  14  0  0
 Jul  19  0  0
 Aug  19  0  0
 Sep  13  0  0
 Oct  3  0  0
 Nov  0  0  0
 Dec  0  0  0

Rain & Humidity

 Month  Rainfall  Rainy Days  Humidity
 Jan  3 "  7  53 %
 Feb  3 "  6  56 %
 Mar  4 "  6  58 %
 Apr  2 "  5  61 %
 May  2 "  5  67 %
 Jun  7 "  12  73 %
 Jul  8 "  15  74 %
 Aug  9 "  16  74 %
 Sep  7 "  13  73 %
 Oct  3 "  6  68 %
 Nov  2 "  5  62 %
 Dec  3 "  6  56 %

Snow

 Month  Snowfall  Snow On Ground Days  Snowy Days
 Jan  0 "  0  0
 Feb  0 "  0  0
 Mar  0 "  0  0
 Apr  0 "  0  0
 May  0 "  0  0
 Jun  0 "  0  0
 Jul  0 "  0  0
 Aug  0 "  0  0
 Sep  0 "  0  0
 Oct  0 "  0  0
 Nov  0 "  0  0
 Dec  0 "  0  0


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Cost of Living for Anna Maria Island, FL

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 Assisted living and residential care facilities are on the mainland within easy access

Senior Assistance in Anna Maria Island, FL

Anna Maria Island, Florida offers the following assistance for seniors:
All of the assistance is available.

What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does Anna Maria Island Offer For Retirees?

Anna Maria Island has a strong volunteer base. With a majority of the jobs on the island being in tourism, there are also positions available for skilled trades to executives.

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