Your golden years are your best years! Make them shine!

  • Home
  • Personal Finance
  • Retirement Life
  • Saving & Spending

10 US Cities Where $2k a Month Is More Than Enough

May 31, 2022 · Retirement Life
retirement, cities
Photo by Barbara Smyers from Shutterstock

#2 Lubbock, Texas

The fourth Texas city on our list also ranks the highest due to it being the cheapest to live in as well. But, with differences in the tens of thousands, we can’t say that the average expenditures are significantly higher in any of these! However, Lubbock comes in second due to their average, which comes to around $1,520.

What makes Lubbock a town to look at is its average rent, which is the lowest on our list, coming in at $690 per month! You won’t find it anywhere cheaper. Yet, what keeps it from becoming number one is the higher healthcare costs, which end up averaging about $453. Not the worst it can get, but definitely the highest here!

Pages: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

Share this article

Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Email

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

40 comments on “10 US Cities Where $2k a Month Is More Than Enough”

  1. Richard says:
    February 5, 2025 at 4:58 am

    Most of those cuties have a high crime rate which the author overlooks.

    Reply
  2. big says:
    February 5, 2025 at 3:06 am

    All red state because democrats ruin everything! there corrupt and mentally ill.

    Reply
  3. maggie says:
    February 5, 2025 at 12:42 am

    ???. People are polarized politically..life is not black and white…

    Reply
  4. Nathan says:
    February 4, 2025 at 9:35 pm

    Was going to say somebody needs to vet those numbers, then saw that this article is almost 3 years old. Pretty sure rent in Texas and Oklahoma is over a grand a month now…

    Reply
  5. Al says:
    February 4, 2025 at 9:25 pm

    Why is it that Democrat voters run and move to red states for more security and bring that same ignorant ideology with them? Only to continue to vote for the same ignorance that made them want to move in the first place. The so called “powers-to-be” run that guilt trip on Americans about equity and inclusion. If you feel left out, that’s on you. You cannot make society love you. You must first love yourself. You should also learn to do for yourself. Opportunity is what America gives, and it is yours for the taking.

    Reply
  6. Sexy Marissa Deodat father and 2 kids says:
    February 4, 2025 at 1:52 pm

    Sexy Marrissa owes 18 monts rent

    Reply
  7. Sexy Marissa Deodat says:
    February 4, 2025 at 1:51 pm

    Sexy Marrissa owes 18 monts rent

    Reply
  8. Lawrence says:
    January 11, 2025 at 8:32 pm

    We live in Calif. Blue state but our community is very RED. Great neighbors.

    Reply
  9. Glenn says:
    January 11, 2025 at 5:17 pm

    San Francisco should be on the list. Rent is zero. All you need is a sleeping bag. Just be careful where you step.

    Reply
  10. Barbara Jones says:
    January 11, 2025 at 1:08 pm

    Its important for retired persons to know about climate(blizzards, searing high temperatures, etc); heating-cooling costs; public transportation and vehicles for hire. Also real crime info- if persons have health insurance as part of their retirement package- that will not necessarily change where you live. But Texas is in recent years has tornado’s, hurricanes, blistering heatwaves and snow blizzards. And the State’s utility infrastructure has not been able to withstand the weather pressures- heat or cold.

    Just paying a few hundred $$ a month won’t help a retired ( with physical limitations) live a better quality of life.

    Keep researching though, retired persons are looking for possible alternative places to live. THANK YOU for the article.

    Reply
Se încarcă comentarii...

Nu mai există comentarii de afișat.

Search

Latest Posts

  • An ink and watercolor illustration of a retired couple on a Southern porch next to a moving box and a sold sign. 7 Small Southern Towns Retirees Are Moving To For Lower Costs
  • 7 Quiet Beach Towns Retirees Are Moving To Before Prices Rise
  • A retired couple walks along a sunny, historic brick-paved downtown street with local shops in a charming, affordable retirement town. 8 Retirement Towns Where Your Social Security Check Goes Further
  • A mixed media collage with the text 40% Persistently Lonely, transitioning from cool grey tones to warm oranges with silhouettes of connecti 6 Reasons Retirement Feels Lonely—and Exactly What to Do About It
  • A retired couple standing on a wooden deck overlooks a quiet mountain town nestled in a valley at sunrise. 7 Affordable Mountain Towns Perfect for Retirement
  • A mixed media collage featuring a $2,000 piggy bank, maps, and retirement lifestyle elements like palm trees and historic buildings. 8 Retirement Destinations Where $2,000 a Month Still Goes Far in 2026
  • A man in his late 60s relaxes on a sun-drenched wooden porch reading a book, representing the peace and freedom of retirement. 7 Unexpected Benefits of Retirement That No One Talks About Enough
  • A mature couple sits at their kitchen table in warm afternoon light, reviewing financial documents and a laptop together. 10 Retirement Surprises That Catch Most Americans Completely Off Guard
  • A man in his 60s plans his morning at a sunlit kitchen table, capturing the freedom of a modern retirement routine. How Retirees Are Reinventing Their Daily Routines in 2026
  • A man in his 60s looks out a window at sunrise, reflecting on his future in a peaceful, sunlit room. 8 Signs You're Emotionally Ready to Retire

Newsletter

Get retirement tips and senior living advice delivered to your inbox.

Related Articles

money Ways to Make Extra Money in Retirement, reason, sign, reduce

6 Signs You May End Up Broke in Retirement

#6 Big Unexpected Sign! Divorce This may not seem like a sign that you will…

Read More →
Trump second term tariffs

10 Retirement Threats Trump’s Presidency Will Bring

As of May 2025, Donald Trump is now, once again, the president of the United…

Read More →
mistake, downside

10 Mistakes to Avoid When You Retire

10. Not creating a retirement budget Did you know that more than 40% of Americans…

Read More →
A smiling older woman sits at a table with children, assisting them with schoolwork in a brightly lit library setting.

Volunteering in Retirement: 10 Opportunities to Make a Difference

Your Next Steps: A Simple Checklist to Get Started Feeling inspired? The journey to finding…

Read More →
An elegant retired couple enjoying a sunset from a luxury cruise ship balcony.

Top 5 Cruises Retirees Are Booking for 2026

Compare your 2026 cruise options while relaxing in a sunlit library with a digital map…

Read More →
snap supplemental nutrition assistance program

Americans Are Losing Their Food Stamp Benefits. Are You One of Them?

Final Thoughts The disruption to SNAP benefits in November 2025 is not just a policy…

Read More →
A happy senior couple carrying shopping bags into a sunlit, modern home during springtime.

5 Target Items Smart Seniors Should Stock Up On for Spring

Save money this spring with these 5 essential Target buys for seniors. From 65% off…

Read More →
A retired couple standing on a wooden deck overlooks a quiet mountain town nestled in a valley at sunrise.

7 Affordable Mountain Towns Perfect for Retirement

Discover seven budget-friendly mountain towns offering retirees breathtaking scenery, excellent healthcare, and an affordable cost…

Read More →
A retired couple and their adult child are sitting at a kitchen table, reviewing a document together.

The Boomerang Effect: Navigating Life When Your Adult Kids Move Back Home

Your Next Steps: A Checklist for a Smooth Transition Navigating the return of an adult…

Read More →
Retired in USA

Your golden years are your best years! Make them shine!

Inedit Agency S.R.L.
Bucharest, Romania

contact@ineditagency.com

Trust & Legal

  • Terms and Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Do not sell my personal information
  • Subscribe
  • Unsubscribe
  • Contact
  • CA Privacy Policy
  • Request to Know
  • Request to Delete

Categories

  • Enjoying Retirement
  • Personal Finance
  • Saving & Spending

© 2026 Retired in USA. All rights reserved.