Retirement Red Flags: Cities to Stay Away From

Vancouver, Washington

Well, Vancouver seems to be a less than desirable place to retire to, considering the expensive housing market that’s around $500,000, bad traffic, a dry climate, and average healthcare. Even if we don’t take into consideration the tax income, this is not a good place for a retiree to live their best years.

Baltimore, Maryland

When it comes to housing and groceries, Maryland is above the national average, and the tax burden ranks 8th in the country. Baltimore is another place that you shouldn’t choose for your retirement considering the costs, but it has access to a good medical system at Johns Hopkins University and the University of Maryland Medical College Health System, and this could be a draw for some residents.

Wichita, Kansas 

There are some good things here considering retirement, with an average home price of $186,000, making it 9% lower than the national average. However, when it comes to healthcare, quality of life, and attractive activities, it ranks low. In the end, this may not outweigh the economic advantages.

Rancho Cucamonga, California

Another California city appears to be the worst place to retire, considering the high-income taxes. The costs here are harmful to retirees in the most important domains, such as health care, general affordability, and recreational activities.