5 Best Places in Florida to Retire On a Budget

4. Gainesville

Insider Monkey Score: 3

Gainesville is a good place for retirees considering its nationally ranked healthcare system, beautiful weather, and affordable cost of living. 14.7% of the population in the city is 65 years or older. Best Places notes that the cost of living in the city is 90.0, which means it is 10% lower than the U.S. average. While utilities may be slightly higher on average (5%), groceries and housing are cheaper in the city. The median home costs around $255,000, while average rents are approximately $1700. There are lots of retirement communities to choose from too.