Guiyang has secured the fourth spot in the 2024 China Summer Habitat Suitability Index for Migratory Retirement, recently released by Shanghai Jiao Tong University.

This is the fifth edition of the Summer Habitat Suitability Index for Migratory Retirement since its inception in 2020. The index evaluates 16 provinces and 76 candidate cities based on 17 comprehensive indicators. These include climate conditions such as temperature, humidity, and rainfall and environmental factors like air quality, green coverage, and water resource quality.

It also considers infrastructure aspects such as medical facilities, transportation convenience, and availability of public service facilities and entertainment resources such as cultural activities, the number and quality of tourist attractions, and the cost of living.

This year, six cities from Guizhou province made the list. Liupanshui ranked first for the second consecutive year, followed by Zunyi in seventh, Qianxinan in 36th, Anshun in 39th, and Bijie in 44th.

The inclusion of these cities highlights the recognition of Guizhou's retirement environment and offers more high-quality retirement options for elderly people across the country. 

As the capital of Guizhou, Guiyang boasts a pleasant climate, rich cultural heritage, and modern urban facilities, providing elderly residents with comfortable and convenient living conditions.