Sanford has been named one of the “7 Best Places to Call Home in North Carolina In 2025” by World Atlas, an educational geography, environment, and current events website.
The distinction is based on the “mix of low costs and small-town charm” important to retirees, according to the article. Researchers compared hospital access, home prices, walkable neighborhoods, and active downtowns to choose the top locations.
Noted specifically in the article are the availability of free Wi-Fi throughout downtown Sanford, average home prices, and Sanford’s range of recreational, historic, and cultural experiences.
The other six cities are Albemarle, Clayton, Elizabeth City, Morganton, Mount Airy, and New Bern.