8. Wichita, Kansas
The home prices in Wichita are around $200,000, and the cost of living is 9% lower than the national average. The problem is that the city has a very low quality of life because of its bad healthcare system and poor activities.
9. Lubbock, Kansas
Here are some advantages for someone living in Lubbock: housing is 16% below the national average and the cost of living is 10 below the national average.
The reason why you can find Lubbock on this list is because it has a very bad healthcare system and it also has a lack of activities for retirees.
What is so great about Arkansas other that homes are very reasonable.
I don’t know. lol
Why do I get the feeling that this list is compiled by 20-30 yo who don’t want the old geezers infiltrating their favorite hangouts?
Too many oldies in Miami? Here’s what we can do….
Living near our adult children and grandchildren is likely the most important aspect of our mental state of mind during retirement. Looking forward to seeing them on the weekend for a BBQ, swim in our pool, or baking cookies is a key driver for our mental state of mind. Knowing they live nearby when there is an emergency, and we can help each other is rewarding and lowers stress.
We have done lots of traveling throughout the world since retiring, and the experiences were wonderful. Now that we are getting older, we limit our travels outside the United States unless we can travel with a family member.
We are fortunate to have lived in our home for over 38 years. Our kids and grandchildren love coming to our house. The downside is remodeling and repairs to our long-term house can get expensive. But the memories make it worthwhile.
Where does South Caroline rank in the worst states to retire?
Just 12? This research needs to be done again.