Fort Wayne, Indiana

Fort Wayne is a bit more expensive than other cities on this list, but it’s still among one of the best cities in the nation with only $1,500 a month. Plus, it has a livability score of 78.9, which makes Fort Wayne a good place to live only on your Social Security checks alone.

St. Charles, Missouri

St. Charles has ranked the highest rental cost in the study, at $831 average monthly rent. Also, it has the highest livability score of 86. If you’re considering retiring here, there are lots of things to do, from exploring Main Street to visiting the local wine country.