Top 5 Worst Places to Retire in Florida

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1. Palm Beach

Insider Monkey Score: 50

Palm Beach in South Florida tops our list of worst Floridian places to retire largely because of its insane cost of living. Those living here pay 120% more than the U.S. average, making it one of the most expensive places to live in. Median home costs, as of 2023, are $3 million, while the average rent for an apartment stands at $10,050. While the area doesn’t get directly impacted by hurricanes, 68 tropical storms, and hurricanes have passed the city within a 60-mile radius. The area also has a reputation for crime, so retirees are better off in gated, age-restrictive communities if they plan on living here.

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