Planning to relocate and looking for the best place to retire? I researched some factors to consider in “Where to live in retirement” and “Retirement living choices when deciding where to retire.” These nationally-known sources provide their own lists of “bests” and resources for retirement living. Keep in mind that the creators of these lists do NOT know your desires or your unique circumstances. You must decide if you want to be near family, good medical care, in a warmer or colder climate, near the mountains, etc. These lists are only intended to give you some ideas and guide you to the best choice for you.
While everyone’s situation is different, make sure all your decisions are preceded by honest and heartfelt discussions with your partner and financial planner. If you are single, have conversations with your family, friends, and financial planner. As you consider the places on these lists, note both what appeals to you and what you really dislike (and why). This will lead you to decisions that will help you select your best place to retire and make the best of the rest of your retirement years.
1. US News And World Report ranked the best places to retire in 2023
In the past, they have created lists of places to consider living after retirement based on the following criteria
* Places to Retire on Just Social Security
* Retire on $75 a Day
* Sunniest Places to Retire
* Fast-Growing Retirement Spots
* Places with the Oldest Population
* Best Places for the Wealthiest Retirees
* Best Places for Military Retirees
* Best Places to Retire for Singles
* Best Places to Downsize in Retirement
* Bargain Retirement Spots
* Retire for Under $40,000
* Places with the Most Retirees
* Places to Launch a 2nd Career
* Historic Places to Retire
* Places to Reinvent Your Life
* Affordable Mountain Towns
* Great Places to Retire for Wine Lovers
* Affordable Cities for Long-Term Care
* Best Places to Build a Nest Egg
2. AARP recently created “Most Popular Relocation States” and “Most Livable Small Towns.”
Earlier “10 best places to live” lists included
* Places to Live on $100 a Day
* Great Sunny Spots to Retire
* Most Affordable Cities
* Charming Small Cities
* Terrific Cities for Singles
3. Forbes published its own list of 25 best places to retire in 2021
4. Money posted this “best 10” list for 2022
5. Kiplinger shared “The best places to retire in the world” (previously “7 Standout Places To Retire 2022”)
My book, Where Will You Retire? A Retirement Guide And Exercises For Deciding Where To Retire, Buy A Second Home, Or Relocate*, uses questions and exercises to help you explore your retirement living choices. You then choose your favorite location based on your needs and desires.
Where is the best place to retire for you?
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