Orange Park
Orange Park is a suburb of Jacksonville, which has an immense livability score of 85 out of 100, mostly because of its breadth of amenities. It’s true that the average one-bedroom rent is a bit high at $1,214 per month, but you should expect such an expensive rent only if you want to live in one of the most desirable areas. What’s truly amazing about retiring only on your Social Security in Orange Park is that the overall costs of living here run 2.4% below the national average.
Lakeland
It seems that Lakeland scores just as well, with 82 out of 100. But Lakeland has something that other cities don’t, and that’s probably why this is the best city to retire to only with your Social Security in Florida.
Besides this amazing livability score of 82, Lakeland is also one of the cheapest cities in Florida. If you want to live here, take note that the cost of living here is 11.7% below the national average, even if rents are a bit higher at $1,198 per 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.