The Five Best States for Retirement Might Surprise You

When it comes to where to live during retirement, there are seven key factors to keep in mind. According to an article by Fast Company, citing a YouGov poll, the majority of Americans prioritize affordability, weather, neighborhood safety, healthcare, local taxes, arts/entertainment/recreation, and people of a similar age.

Using those criteria, Bankrate analyzed all 50 states and ranked them to determine the best and worst states for retirement. New Hampshire took the top spot, followed by Maine, Wyoming, Vermont, and Idaho. While they don’t have ideal weather, they all ranked highly for affordability, neighborhood safety, and healthcare.

Warmer weather states, such as Florida, California, Texas, and New Mexico, all ranked among the bottom 10.

The Seniors Trust is committed to improving the lives and financial well-being of older Americans through the passage of the Social Security Expansion Act. It will give retirees an immediate benefits increase of about $200 a month, a fair annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), increased minimum benefits, and ensure the long-term solvency of the Social Security program.