5 Best Places in Arizona for a Couple to Live on Only Social Security

3. Sierra Vista

Insider Monkey Score: 20

Cost of Living Index: 92.9

Average Monthly Rent: $1,048

Median Home Price: $280,000

Embraced by mountains and located in the desert, Sierra Vista offers a picturesque setting for retirees. Attractions like the Fort Huachuca Museum and the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area are a treat for history buffs, while active retirees tend to seek solace in places such as the Coronado National Forest and the Huachuca Mountains located nearby. Retirees especially love it for its small-town atmosphere and close-knit community.