5 Best Places to Retire in Washington

2. Spokane

Insider Monkey Score: 46       

IM Cost of Living Index: 102.1

Average Rent (1-bedroom): $1,153      

Median Home Price: $371,000

Livability Score: 80

Number two on our list of best places is Spokane, Washington. Another ideal destination for the outdoor lovers, Spokane offers retirees a diverse retirement destination with a blend of outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, and urban amenities. It’s location along the Spokane River and surrounding rolling hills and pine forests provides seniors with stunning natural beauty and a wealth of outdoor recreational opportunities. The cost of living here is a tad higher than the national average, while the median home price seems affordable too considering it’s below the national median.