10. Antigua – Guatemala
IM Score: 21
Rent Cost: $555
Hospital to Population Ratio: 9,133
Flight to U.S. Cost: $469
Country Global Retirement Index: 22
We will begin with the only entry from Guatemala on our list of best places to retire in Central America. Antigua has a colonial history and is full of beautiful buildings and historic landmarks. This turned the city into a popular touristic destination making it one of the most visited in Guatemala. You’ll have everything you need to lead a comfortable life here, while also being around half an hour away from the capital. One of the perks of retiring here is that flight to U.S. cost is second lowest compared to other places.