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Retirement Living In Muskegon County - Michigan
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Experience the beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline in Muskegon County, Michigan! Retirees find that their dollar goes further in Muskegon, where you can still find homes in a reasonable price range, yet only minutes from the beach and outdoor recreation.
Enjoy 26 miles of beaches and dunes, three state parks, recreational trails, Michigan’s Adventure Amusement Park, and a history as rich as Michigan itself. Check out the USS Silversides and LST393 Veterans Museum, historic Frauenthal Theater, Hackley & Hume restored Victorian homes, Muskegon Museum of Art, Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park, and much more. Cottages, Bed and Breakfasts, and hotels with names you know and trust. Attend one of Muskegon County’s many festivals, held year-round.
Go to www.visitmuskegon.org or call 800-724-1398 for more information.
Includes Cities/Towns: Muskegon, North Muskegon, Norton Shores.
Region Characteristics
Urban / City
Rural
Nearby military base
Suburban / Large Community
College Town
Lively downtown business center
Commuter Town
Coastal community
Area Amenities
Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
Access To Green Space
Fairs & Festivals
Outdoor Concerts
Bike Paths
Fishing
Running Paths
Beach
Golf Course
Shopping
Boating
Hiking
Skiing
Bowling
Hunting
Sporting Events
Casino
Indoor Swim Facilities
Tennis
Continuing Education
Lake
State Park
Dining/Nightlife
Movie Cinemas
Walking Paths
Exercise Facilities
National Park
Muskegon County offers many parks and natural areas and bike, walking and hiking trails. There are great lakes for boating or you can hire a charter service to take you out on the water of Muskegon Lake or Lake Michigan. We have fishing, hunting, golfing, bowling, cinemas, sporting events like pickleball and tennis to name a few. You can also take in a hockey game, baseball, football, basketball game. There are free outdoor summer concerts, and indoor plays and concerts, in addition to a variety of museums and cultural events.
Cultural Activities
Arts
Lectures
Museums
Ballet
Library
Symphony
Concerts
Live music series
Theater
Films
Muskegon serves the county with a variety of concerts and theater events and festivals. There are many libraries with wonderful, low- to no-cost events.
Public transportation
Bus
Rental cars
Train
Nearby major airport
Subway
VA transportation
Nearby cruise terminal
Taxi
The Muskegon Area Transit System (MATS) provides fixed-routes, dedicate ADA transportation, and a demand/response system called Go2.
Medical Facilities
Major Hospital
Wellness center
VA Hospital
We are the home of Trinity Health/Mercy Hospital plus many med centers throughout Muskegon county including Spectrum Health.
What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Muskegon County, Michigan?
For those of you that retire in Muskegon County, you will enjoy warm summers, a cool fall, a cold winter and a temperate spring!
Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 20's and highs in the low 30's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 20's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the winter, great for a day of shopping in Muskegon County! Assume some snowy days in the Winter with a lot of days with snow remaining on the ground so you can enjoy some winter skiing!
If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Muskegon County such as a movie, a visit to a museum, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cold with averages in the mid 40's and highs in the mid 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the mid 30's. Expect some rainy days in the spring.
Summertime in Muskegon County is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, an outdoor concert, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are mild with averages in the upper 60's and highs in the upper 70's. Nights are cool with lows in the upper 50's. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect some rainy days in the summer.
If you retire in Muskegon County, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are cool with averages in the low 50's and highs in the upper 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Fall.
Monthly Temperature Ranges
Month
Low
Avg
High
Jan
20
F°
25
F°
30
F°
Feb
20
F°
27
F°
33
F°
Mar
26
F°
34
F°
42
F°
Apr
37
F°
46
F°
56
F°
May
46
F°
56
F°
66
F°
Jun
56
F°
66
F°
76
F°
Jul
62
F°
71
F°
80
F°
Aug
60
F°
69
F°
78
F°
Sep
53
F°
62
F°
71
F°
Oct
42
F°
51
F°
59
F°
Nov
33
F°
40
F°
46
F°
Dec
25
F°
30
F°
35
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
28
1
Feb
0
25
1
Mar
0
23
0
Apr
0
9
0
May
0
1
0
Jun
0
0
0
Jul
0
0
0
Aug
0
0
0
Sep
0
0
0
Oct
0
3
0
Nov
0
15
0
Dec
0
26
0
Rain & Humidity
Month
Rainfall
Rainy Days
Humidity
Jan
2
"
12
19
%
Feb
2
"
9
20
%
Mar
2
"
9
25
%
Apr
3
"
11
34
%
May
4
"
9
44
%
Jun
3
"
8
55
%
Jul
3
"
8
61
%
Aug
3
"
8
61
%
Sep
4
"
9
54
%
Oct
3
"
11
42
%
Nov
3
"
12
33
%
Dec
3
"
12
24
%
Snow
Month
Snowfall
Snow On Ground Days
Snowy Days
Jan
25
"
25
12
Feb
16
"
21
8
Mar
7
"
10
4
Apr
2
"
1
1
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
5
"
3
3
Dec
23
"
18
10
Natural Disaster Areas
Earthquakes
Hurricanes
Wildfires
Floods
Tornadoes
Volcanoes
Cost of Living for
Muskegon County, MI
Muskegon County, Michigan cost of living for Housing, Healthcare, Transportation, Taxes, Utilities, etc.:
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Gated communities
Rental units
Affordable Housing
Group homes
Residential care facility
Apartments
Houses
RV Parks
Assisted Living
Nursing homes
State veteran home
Condos
Over 50 Communities
Muskegon county offers many housing opportunities and options for new residents.
Senior Assistance in
Muskegon County, MI
Muskegon County, Michigan offers the following assistance for seniors:
Elder-care facilities
Meals on Wheels
Van services for seniors
Home care
Senior center
Visiting nurses
Mercy Visiting Nurses for home health care. Muskegon has the Meals on Wheels program and services many seniors through this program. We have senior center and many churches offer programs for seniors.
What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does Muskegon County Offer For Retirees?
We have many museums that love and appreciate their volunteers and the United Way serves our communities. The libraries and hospitals also have volunteer opportunities.
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