Best Affordable Places to Retire

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Binghamton, N.Y.

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Low-cost places are not without affordable charms. New York State residents age 60 and older can audit classes free at Binghamton University. And seniors can check out the newest images of other galaxies at the Kopernik Observatory and Space Center for just $3.