It's famed for its dramatic geographic diversity and unparalleled support for senior living, making it the best spot in the U.S. to retire.

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Alabama comes next, with a life expectancy of 73.2 years. The state has the highest death rate from cardiovascular diseases at 216.86 per 100,000 residents and lands 47th for mortality and disease ...

Southern states have the lowest life expectancy, rising by only three years in some states since 1969. Mississippi has a life expectancy of 76 for men and 69 for women.

Overall, women's life expectancy by birth cohort grew from 73.8 to 84.1 years, while men's rose from 62.8 to 80.3 years. The study also found that longevity for men typically plateaued around 1950.

The bottom five states for life expectancy among women born in 2000, compared to women born in 1900, are: West Virginia, 75.3, up from 74.3. Oklahoma, 76, down from 76.7. Kentucky, 76.5, up from 74.9.

The bottom five states for life expectancy among women born in 2000, compared to women born in 1900, are: West Virginia, 75.3, up from 74.3. Oklahoma, 76, down from 76.7. Kentucky, 76.5, up from 74.9.