22 Dec Retiree Destination: Georgia Ranked Third Best State for Retirement
Posted at 02:55h in Senior Living
Warm weather and a low cost of living make Georgia just peachy for a happy retirement destination. Health care expenses are particularly affordable for retirees, with the sixth lowest average costs for a retired couple in the country. Plus, Georgia’s favorable tax situation makes it #3 best state to retire in 2018. – Kiplinger
Why was Georgia ranked third Best State for Retirement?
- Cost of living is 7% below national average
- Average healthcare cost for a retired couple are
below national average - Received a “most friendly” rating for retiree tax benefits
- There are no state taxes after age 63
- Social Security income is not taxed
- Convenient access to an international airport
- Atlanta is home to some of the best medical facilities in the world
- Near major colleges
*All information comes from Kiplinger