5 Best Places to Retire in Alabama

2. Dothan

Insider Monkey Score: 92

Livability Score: 62

Cost of Living Index: 85.1

Median House Price: $225,000

Environmental Score: 73

The number two spot goes to the tri-county city of Dothan. Located in the counties of Houston, Henry, and Dale, Dothan is known as the ‘Peanut Capital of Alabama’ and is home to the annual National Peanut Festival. One of the bigger cities, senior citizens in Dothan can spend an active retirement. The city’s top spots include the Adventureland Theme Park, the Dothan Area Botanical Gardens, and the Folklore Brewing & Meadery.