North Carolina
North Carolina has a mild weather in general, so nature lovers will love it here. The living costs are 5 percent lower than the national average, but you might want to skip the Kill Devil Hills area and go for Asheville instead. The state has 9.9 million people, which might appeal to those who are fond of big cities. Social Security is not taxed, but other retirement income gets taxed at 5.9 percent. In addition, seniors have pretty low income levels at $43,616.
North Carolina
South Carolina
The cost of living in South Carolina is 7 percent below the national average and the population is at 4.8 million. Varied options can be found in the area, Bluffton is great if you ask us. The state has weather that is mild all year round and it is really tax-friendly, things that make South Carolina great for seniors. However, the summer in the state can be hot and humid, and health is not that great since obesity and smoking levels are high while veggie consumption is low.
South Carolina
