
Comparing Waterfront Options
When selecting your ideal destination, weighing the daily financial impact is just as important as the view. The table below highlights how these regions compare on key economic indicators.
| City, State | Water Type | State Tax on Social Security? | Vibe & Lifestyle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pensacola, FL | Gulf Coast | No | Military-friendly, white sand, active |
| Gulfport, MS | Gulf Coast | No | Relaxed, casino entertainment, low cost |
| Corpus Christi, TX | Gulf Coast | No | Outdoor sports, windy, sprawling |
| New Bern, NC | River/Inland Coastal | No | Historic, quaint, distinct seasons |
| Coos Bay, OR | Pacific Coast | No | Rugged nature, cool climate, quiet |

I JOINED USA NAVY IN 1964 TO AVOID THE ARMY DRAFT.
I ATTENDED ELECTRICIAN SCHOOL AND WENT TO AN
AIRCRAFT CARRIER IN SAN DIEGO. WE MADE 2 TRIPS TO
VIET NAM. OUR SHIP HAD 3,500 MEN ABORD; I WAS PROMOTED
TO E-4 ELECTRICIANS MATE. I DO NOT REGRET ANY DECIONS
THAT I MADE IN MY LIFE. MY WIFE AND I ARE MARRIED 50
YEARS NOW. PRAISE THE LORD JESUS CHRIST. I AM SURE
THAT EVERYONE AGREES…AMEN.
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