1. Alaska
Alaska is one of the toughest states for retirees, and the harsh weather is just one of the reasons why. The state’s remote location drives up the price of goods and makes it challenging to visit family and friends. Unless your family is also in Alaska, seeing them involves a pretty long, expensive plane ride.
According to personal finance experts, since Alaska is isolated, prices for things like coffee, coffee creamer, bell peppers, and bleach are three to four times what they cost compared to other US states. And there’s also the winter. Those who may want to move here should know that temperatures in Alaska can plunge below -30°F.
