5 Worst Cities in the Southeast for Retirees

2. Palm Beach, Florida

Insider Monkey Score: 9

Cost of Living Index: 114.1

Tax-friendliness: Very tax-friendly

Median House Price: $3,500,000

Health Score: Below 25

Another Florida pick, there’s no explanation needed for why Palm Beach has gained a place on our list. With median house prices sitting at a whopping $3.5 million, retirees who dream of purchasing their forever home on a budget may want to steer clear of the city. The same goes for everyday Palm Beach living as the city has a cost of living that is 14.1% higher than the national average.