Melbourne
The livability score here is 75 out of 100, and because it has such a high score, this city gets a ton of residents every year. However, those of you who will be living on Social Security will definitely benefit from the city’s low-cost living expenses. It’s true that one-bedroom rent is a bit more expensive, meaning $1,245 a month; the total cost might run 5.6% below the national average, which is a great deal.
Pensacola
Pensacola has a pretty decent livability score of only 69 out of 100, and that’s probably one of the many reasons why seniors are so excited to move here. Those retirees who live on limited incomes might discover that their Social Security checks will stretch a long way here, as living costs run 12.8% below the national average. Also, a one-bedroom rental here will cost you $1,182 a month.
I live in Florida and it is still slow and easy if you move into the right smaller cities and rural
areas. There are some great small towns close by to larger areas. Prices are lower, traffic is
not a problem and local governments work for the residents.
Consider small cities as Mulberry, Bartow, Fort Meade, Dade City, Lake City, Plant City,
Cedar Key, Wauchula, Sebring, Lake Placid, and many others. Many of these small towns
have a good quality of living. Florida living does not necessarily meaning the “household
name” communities.
I live in SWFL and see a large influx of people coming in, it is straining resources. Sarasota is growing UP with a lot of tall buildings so even more people are moving into that space going up and out. It’s always a good idea to check the local resources, quality of water and pros and cons before committing. I’ve been in Florida since 1988 and it’s not slow and easy anymore. So many more people adds cars, traffic, more animal casualties and more pollution. Less wide open spaces to roam.
Me gustaría saber lugares buenos para retirados.