Where Is Joe Biden Now?
As the crisp autumn air sweeps across the nation’s capital, the White House stands quieter than it has in years. It’s been nearly ten months since Joseph Robinette Biden Jr. handed over the reins of power to President Donald Trump on January 20, 2025, marking the end of his tenure as the 46th President of the United States. The man who navigated a global pandemic, brokered historic infrastructure deals, and steered America through turbulent foreign policy waters has faded from the daily headlines. But where, exactly, is Joe Biden now? For a leader whose life was defined by public service, the answer reveals a deliberate retreat into private life, punctuated by selective public engagements and a return to his roots.
Biden’s post-presidency began with a poignant farewell. On Inauguration Day 2025, after delivering a final address to the nation from the steps of the Capitol—emphasizing unity and resilience—he and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden boarded Marine One for a swift departure from Washington, D.C. Their immediate destination was Santa Ynez, California, a serene wine country enclave about 130 miles north of Los Angeles. This wasn’t a random choice; the Bidens own a sprawling 10,000-acre ranch there, acquired in 2023 as a retreat from the pressures of the Oval Office. Nestled amid rolling vineyards and oak-studded hills, the property—dubbed “Reagan Ranch” in homage to the former president’s nearby estate—offers Biden a slice of pastoral tranquility. Reports from the time described the couple arriving under clear skies, greeted by a small cadre of Secret Service agents who now form a permanent, if less obtrusive, shadow in his retired life.
Yet, Biden’s affinity for the West Coast is balanced by his unbreakable ties to the East. Born on November 20, 1942, in Scranton, Pennsylvania, and a longtime resident of Delaware, the former president has long viewed the First State as home. Wilmington, where he raised his family and launched his political career as a senator in 1973, remains his emotional anchor. Post-inauguration, Biden and Jill divided their time between the California ranch and their Wilmington residence—a modest but elegant red-brick home on the edge of Rodney Square. Neighbors there report occasional glimpses of the Bidens: a wave from Jill tending her garden, or Joe strolling with their German Shepherd, Commander, along the Brandywine River trails. “He’s just Joe again,” one longtime friend told local reporters, capturing the essence of a man reclaiming normalcy after 50 years in the political arena.
As of this writing on November 15, 2025, Biden’s primary residence appears to be the Wilmington home, where he celebrated his 83rd birthday last week with a low-key family gathering. Social media snippets from family members hinted at a Delaware-centric affair: grandchildren playing in the backyard, a cake adorned with Amtrak motifs nodding to Biden’s famous train commutes during his Senate days. No grand galas, no motorcades—just the quiet rhythm of autumn leaves falling in the historic district. This aligns with patterns observed since spring, when Biden quietly relocated much of his personal library and memorabilia from the White House to Wilmington, signaling a permanent pivot eastward.
Of course, retirement for Biden isn’t total seclusion. The former president has dipped his toes back into public life with purpose. In early November, he made a surprise appearance in Omaha, Nebraska, rallying local Democrats ahead of off-year elections. “We’re underdogs, but we’ve been underdogs before—and we win,” he quipped, his trademark empathy shining through as he urged the crowd to fight for voting rights. Such outings are rare, however, coordinated through the Office of the Former President, which Biden established in a modest Wilmington office space. Advisors say he’s focusing on legacy projects: writing a memoir tentatively titled Promises Kept, mentoring young leaders via virtual town halls, and advocating for elder care reforms—a nod to his own battles with stuttering and family tragedies.
Biden’s health, a topic of scrutiny during his presidency, remains a private matter, though public sightings suggest vigor. At 82 (turning 83 next month), he cycles regularly on Delaware’s backroads and golfs at exclusive Rehoboth Beach courses, another family property. Jill, ever the educator, has resumed adjunct teaching at Northern Virginia Community College, commuting from Wilmington. Their son Hunter, post-pardon and rehabilitation, contributes to the family’s art ventures, while daughter Ashley focuses on social work initiatives.
Speculation about Biden’s future abounds. Will he pen policy critiques of the Trump administration? Establish a presidential center in Scranton, his birthplace? For now, those questions linger unanswered. In an era of polarized discourse, Biden’s whereabouts symbolize a broader American yearning: the space to reflect, heal, and perhaps, in time, reemerge. As he told supporters in Omaha, “Service doesn’t end; it evolves.” From the vineyards of Santa Ynez to the streets of Wilmington, Joe Biden is exactly where he needs to be—home, pondering the next chapter.