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The Best (And Worst) States To Retire

Author LauRen Merola
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Some folks are counting the days until they can leave the office for the very last time and retire, while others worry that day may never come for them. Where you live after you retire can make a big difference in how far your money goes. According to WalletHub, new research reveals the places that will help make your savings go further.

  • WalletHub has just released their list of the Best and Worst States to Retire in 2024.
  • They ranked each state on 46 key indicators of retirement-friendliness, including financial factors like tax rates and the cost of living, as well as things like access to quality medical care and weather.
  • Topping the list as the best state to retire in is Florida, once again.
  • The Sunshine state is number one in the quality of life category and fourth for affordability.
  • Alabama, 24th overall, is first for affordability, while Minnesota, eighth overall, is number one for health care.
  • Kentucky comes in last overall, making it the worst state to retire in, landing near the bottom of the health care and quality of life categories.

Top 10 Best States for Retirement

(Check out where your state lands here)

  1. Florida
  2. Colorado
  3. Virginia
  4. Delaware
  5. Wyoming
  6. Idaho
  7. New Hampshire
  8. Minnesota
  9. Montana
  10. Pennsylvania

Just outside the top 10… South Carolina! South Carolina came in at #11, scoring a 2 in affordability, a 38 in quality, and a 38 in healthcare.

So, where does North Carolina rake? North Carolina is #15. Scoring a 15 in affordability, a 15 in quality and a 38 in health care.

The 10 Worst States for Retirement

  1. Kentucky
  2. New Jersey
  3. Mississippi
  4. Rhode Island
  5. Oklahoma
  6. Louisiana
  7. New York
  8. Washington
  9. Arkansas
  10. Illinois

written by

LauRen Merola Strager is a former NFL & NBA cheerleader turned radio host. LauRen is a former Miss Pennsylvania USA and is a proud wife and mother of two. She is the owner and chief editor for her fashion and lifestyle Blog “All Of The F-Words” and is a champion for the Autism community. You can read all about LauRen’s thoughts on motherhood, pageant life, and everyday life through her online content.

Historic South Carolina Cities Recognized Nationally For Their Slower Pace Of Life

I just returned to the frigid tundra that is the Carolinas after spending 5 days in the Caribbean sun. And it’s a harsh reality! I’m thankful for the time spent but struggling to get back into the swing of things. And I’m really disliking the 6o degree temperature swing. I’m still craving that island lifestyle. And let’s face it, who among us doesn’t dream of being financially stable enough we can leave the daily grind behind? I always say I wish I could work because I wanted to not because I had to. But I’ll have to win the lottery for that to ever be the case. However, if you’re lucky enough to be able to slow down and enjoy life you’ll be glad to know that not one, not two, not three but FOUR South Carolina towns were named the best to “escape the rat race”.

The Study

This is according to a study by Joy Organics which named the 150 best US Cities at Towns to “Escape The Rat Race”. The towns are in different areas of the Palmetto State, but one thing is for sure they offer a slower pace of life so many of us desire. In contrast, North Carolina only had two places included on the list. We will take the win in this friendly state rivalry this time! JoyOrganics says that the cities and towns on this list are the “most sought-after towns and cities” for “those waiting to distance themselves from the relentless pace of the rat race”.

Keep reading to learn a little more about each of these 4 South Carolina cities to escape the rat race and see where they ranked. You can read the full study by JoyOrganics and see the methodology here. And if you can’t quit your job and move, maybe even a quick weekend trip will be good for your soul!

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