3. Newark, New Jersey
An average home costs around 500,000 dollars, and the city doesn’t provide retirement-friendly activities. Also, it has a very poor hospital system, making living there for retirees even harder.
If the money or health system doesn’t represent a problem for you, Newark also has a few advantages, such as the airport and easy access to New York City.
4. Detroit, Michigan
Even though you can find Detroit among the good cities for retirement in the U.S., because of the low taxes applying to Michigan State, it isn’t a strong enough reason to live there as a retiree.
The city ranks poorly in both its health system and the quality of life, which are two significantly more important aspects.
6 thoughts on “12 Worst U.S. Cities to Retire This Year (and Why)”
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.