5 Best Southern Cities to Retire on a Budget of $1,500 a Month

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1. Brownsville, Texas

Cost of Living Index: 74.9

Livability Score: 78 

Average Monthly Rent: $775

Average Monthly Groceries (per Person): $288

We finish our list with Brownsville in Texas, our pick for the best Southern place for retirees. With a zoo, state and historical parks, and wildlife refuges, Brownsville offers a happening retirement period for nature enthusiasts. The cherry on top is the cost of living – 25% lower than the national average – that leaves senior citizens with a spending budget for the nicer things in life.

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