Hidden Gems for Retirement Away from Florida and Arizona

Are you ready to find the perfect place to retire, but tired of hearing about the usual spots in Arizona and Florida? Look no further! In this video, we uncover 10 hidden gem cities that offer the real taste of retirement living without the crowded hotspots. Whether you're dreaming of scenic landscapes, vibrant communities, or affordable living, these underrated destinations have it all.
We'll explore charming towns with rich histories, cities with top-notch healthcare, and places where your retirement budget goes further. From the tranquil beauty of small towns to the bustling charm of underrated cities, these spots offer the ideal mix of relaxation and adventure.
Join us as we take you on a journey through lesser-known retirement havens that could be your perfect new home. Don't miss out on discovering these incredible places that promise a fulfilling and enjoyable retirement life!
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[@j.a.stafford1617]

Am I the only person approaching retirement who doesn’t have $350,000+ to spend on a house? I’d like to find a place out of the sun, but without brutal winters, with good healthcare, low crime and a home I don’t have to gut to live in.

[@johnvowell6348]

That place is the very definition of a unicorn. If you can get three or four out of five of those criteria consider it a win.

[@franklinhenry8568]

Move to Belize

[@bobbyrich4358]

South Carolina

[@j.a.stafford1617]

I had thought about SC, but someone told me that health care is not good except in Charleston. ;(

[@dianamarie1652]

@@j.a.stafford1617 there are towns in Massachusetts that are affordable and they have excellent health care

[@daletalaplaya5086]

I recommend renting for at least 6 months before you buy a home in a new area, especially now.

[@maryd253]

Exactly

[@Moving.To.Charleston]

Yes I agree!

[@marianop2596]

Property tax and crime should be considered in making this list. Some of these cities are on the lists for top crime or highest property taxes. Retiring close to family is good advice.

[@bukboefidun9096]

Not my family. Ha!

[@palebiss1646]

An annuity plan is a true retirement plan because one may never be certain of their life expectancy. Annuity plans are acquired to safeguard against premature death, just like term policies do.

[@OscarOwenn]

Many friends have encouraged me to retire abroad; in fact, I've gotten to know some of them better. I've always been a bit of a friend's guy, though, since I put in a lot of effort and think it pays off in a lot of ways. In this instance, it paid off with my retirement plan and F.A. since I've gotten letters from folks pleading for help; you know, I've kept my money a secret, not out of stinginess but sincerity.

[@bossqueen_lala3098]

It seems that markets are currently giving labour the benefit of the doubt. I've assumed a broad range of expertise, from individuals with little experience to those who have worked in investment banking or the fund management sector directly.

[@palebiss1646]

Could you just forward your pro, for God's sake? They don't really care that we are aware of their accountability because the litigation the judge told us about is appointed for an unlimited period of time. They will enact laws that Social Security, Medicare, and the rest of the government must abide by.

[@FreestyleJameZ]

To get control of the defi ecosystem, concentrate on opening up the financial markets.

[@OscarOwenn]

Even though it hurts to admit it-I don't like to admit where my fortune comes from *Leah* *Foster* *Alderman* is well-known; she's the ideal advertising. Not everyone can do that. Its relative strength of two indicates that, over the past year, just 1% of the market has performed worse than this name-oops, sorry, only 1% of the market has outperformed this-which explains why it has plummeted so much. Not only that, but this investment has no dividend and is almost a micro cap at $400 million. The technical details are appalling.

[@churchofpos2279]

Boise, ID is expensive and crowded. They do not have the infrastructure to support a large population.. The surrounding suburbs are getting just as bad. If you have ever been to Sacramento, CA then you will have an idea what Boise is like.

[@whoselguapo6274]

Boise is nothing like Sacramento. I am from Boise and have been living in Sacramento for the last 3 years. My contract is up with Amtrak in 3 months and I am heading back the next day

[@ColdPotato]

Agree and the traffic is horrible there.

[@mhurbi]

Before you move to Pittsburgh, check the property taxes; can be brutal.

[@MitchMitsch]

That's why you move to the suburbs, like Cranberry Township.

[@AmericanBeauty117]

That's really just Allegheny county, Butler county has much better taxes and it's still pretty close via highway to get to Pittsburgh.

[@jayniesgottagun]

Yo, skin cancer sucks.

[@tomwilliams6744]

I'm sorry to hear that. Me, too! I've had a few myself. I don't know why it happened to me.

[@joansobel3033]

Retired here. Eastern North Carolina near the beaches is just perfect. Warm, maybe too humid for some in the summer. Moderate in the winter and beautiful in spring and fall. Stable politically, taxes and food are reasonable. Half way between New England winters and Florida heat. Perfect for me.

[@TheRealDeadhorse]

Born and grew up there. Couldn’t wait to get away. Once beautiful beaches now incredibly overcrowded and expensive. Not much in the way of work or culture, and frankly, some of the most ignorant, but know-it-all, and lazy people. Admittedly, results may vary.

[@Lealelan]

can you share more about where? Looking at Holly Ridge, Hampstead. Realize many of the coastal areas are a bit removed from town and smaller communities.

[@TheRealDeadhorse]

@@Lealelan lealan, you’re putting me on the spot. I’ll just say west of Oriental, south of Greenville, North of Wilmington, and east of Goldsboro. Granted, I moved away a long, long time ago, and there are areas in this quadrant that some would probably find to be a retirement oasis. I loved it as a kid, but would never go back.

[@traveldreamer4616]

@@joansobel3033 it is lovely there, yet I completely enjoy the cold of winter. It’s a true blessing that our country provides the perfect (near perfect) place for anyone to live. 💜Thanks for sharing.

[@Moving.To.Charleston]

Yes, Joan you are our neighboring state and it's nice there 😊

[@ianmunro809]

Omg maybe 2 of these places, rest hell holes!

[@dragosbica3632]

No, thanks!

[@RAINWOLFEN]

I am moving to Mesquite Nevada. Wanted to go to St George but the taxes are crazy in Utah. So moving 40 miles to the west.

[@stevesmith756]

Are there state taxes? What is bad?

[@melaniefanning5676]

Mesquite is slowly growing and still a cute smaller town. It's a good choice for affordability when compared with Utah. Utah is growing like crazy!! It's getting really expensive!! I'm from Utah, currently living in Vegas. I know I'll never move back to Utah. Mesquite is in NV so no state taxes. It's still close enough to Southern Utah and Arizona. You can easily go to see so many beautiful national parks in both states. There is beauty in the desert. 😊 And you're not far from Lake Powell or Lake Mead. Just my 2 cents as someone who has spent 39 years in Utah and Nevada collectively. 😉

[@jessicamccard9602]

We are looking into that area as well. Going to spend about a month out there next year to see if we really like it

[@f42un84u]

Mesquite gets 110+ degrees for months in summer. Dry. Windy. Real dessert area. You will never see snow or frost.

[@Eric12358]

I travel in my RV with the weather all year in the SW chasing 70 degrees. Southern Arizona in the winter, northern AZ and southern Utah in the spring and fall and the high Rockies in the summer.

[@andreavaughn854]

That is another option I've been thinking about.

[@milliedragon4418]

You must like a more arid dry environment, which is something to think about if you have allergies. I live and have grown up in the deep South all my life but humidity is a bish. And while we have beautiful springs/fall where I lived South Appalachia/ Piedmont region pollen can be really bad.

[@arymniak1]

The nomad life is intriguing. Travel with the weather you like.

[@santiagohills3997]

I stay in my house in Orange County all year chasing 70 degrees. It’s 85 today so oops.

[@andreavaughn854]

I need to become a Snowbird. I hate Portland winters, and would die in the AZ heat in Summer. I always wanted to move to North Idaho, but it would have to be part time. I DO NOT want to shovel snow. A Summer home in North Idaho, and a Winter home in Mesquite, Nevada would be a dream!

[@Moving.To.Charleston]

Hey Andrea, have you visited Charleston or Myrtle Beach SC?

[@3RayJ3]

That's what I do. Spring and Fall in southern Idaho. Summer in northern Idaho. Winter in Yuma Arizona. RV life can be complicated sometimes and maybe a bit expensive but very rewarding.

[@valerief1231]

So the hottest and the coldest, idk, my old behind needs moderate, I’m currently dehydrating in Fort Worth TX and I am so over it!

[@ZBatt1]

Go west a bit to Utah! A lot cooler.

[@pdxmtngoat]

Albuquerque has some serious crime. Pretty scenic but cheaper for a reason. Not sure if Las Cruces is any better than ABQ?.

[@242HP]

I don't think it's a coincidence that they chose to film Breaking Bad in Albuquerque! It's got some serious drug related crime there.

[@moonshadow1104]

Nice to see some northern climes on this list. I loathe the heat and plan to leave North Carolina when I retire!

[@Lealelan]

Im actually thinking about moving to NC coast for retirement (from CA). The heat is just summer right? I mean other 3 seasons are nice? We've had 104+ heat here in N CA the past week and I KNOW NC is much more humid but temps Im seeing there were more in high 80's. Grass is always greener I suspect! Hard decisions!!!

[@moonshadow1104]

Well, it was in the 80s up till mid-May. Since June, it's been in the high 90s and will continue through September. About 5 months of heat, in my opinion. Where is that place that is 60-70 degrees year round? 😊

[@y2ktube]

"plan to leave North Carolina when I retire!" - My wife and I left Southern California (Dana Point) for High Point North Carolina. ABSOLUTLY no regrets; we love the four seasons, slower lifestyle, warm southern personalities, lower cost of living and conservative politics etc.etc.

[@Lealelan]

@@moonshadow1104 Thx for info. I need to visit during summer. This conversation/video is making me think I''ll probably stay right where I am. Temp here is almost always 70 degrees +/- 5. I'm north of San Francisco on the coast. I leave 100+ temps inland at work, and come home to 70 degrees. The issue is that as I get older, l crave a bit of warmer temps. While it may be 70 here, the wind can be whipping and bitter cold, like down jacket weather to take the dog out. My area is not a great retirement area unless you've got a chunk of change. I was super lucky and bought a long time ago. Most everything 1 million + around here (thus the thinking of lower cost of living, pay cash for a house somewhere else for retirement).

[@Lealelan]

@@y2ktube how did you choose High Point if you dont mind sharing?

[@bjdon99]

For all these cold weather cities like Fargo, Minneapolis or Pittsburgh, do people really move there to retire if they aren’t from there, or living there now, or at minimum their kids have moved there? Seems like those places have good places to retire to if you have a connection, but not one you would just randomly move to to settle down

[@deborahhovan6464]

Thank you Briggs. Finally cold weather for retirement! Except Kentucky, New Mexico,to hot!

[@KentPetersonmoney]

I live in Florida and actually hate the weather.

[@user-hp1ou3nb7t]

I lived in Florida for six years, made me realize I like four seasons.

[@Sunset-chaser777]

What part though- weather isn’t the same everywhere in the state

[@user-hp1ou3nb7t]

@@Sunset-chaser777 Palm Beach County

[@NixonAngelo]

Yeah my family lives there for the past 40 years. It's crazy. I'll take California weather 😅

[@karengustafson7666]

Me too.

[@kelleycrockett3387]

I love your quirky comments. Great channel I always thumbs up.

[@paulofearghail9408]

This video only looks at cities, which is pretty normal. I am retired and moved over the past weekend to a little place in the Ozark Mountains of northern Arkansas. I just don't like cities. The house I am renting is surrounded by trees, and I can only see one neighbor's house, a bit down the street. Otherwise, it's like blissful isolation. After stagnating in Pueblo, Colorado, for the past 3.5 years, this is heaven.

[@user-T.Baldwin]

I'll bet people, when you do finally see them, driving, wave. Anything South of the 40 should be outlawed. Aside from Greenwood.

[@TexasRiverRat31254]

Yes! spent many years around Puke Town and it became an investor owned rental area on the south side. I'm in east central Texas for now but it's just too humid in the summer to live at 95-98m degrees. Californians are ruining the cities and the evangelicals don't apprecite "newcomers" that don't go to THEIR church. Too bad cause it's kinda affordable and rural. Oh well I'll sell and find a rental somewhere. Ozarks are nice.

[@louderthangod]

How long of a drive is it to the nearest hospital?

[@pirateslife4me]

Love this for you! 🤗

[@paulofearghail9408]

@@louderthangod About 20 minutes.

[@user-sk5nq7dk6i]

Briggs, I love that you keep things current.

[@Dangic23]

I attempted retirement in WY and FL Panhandle. Both were failures due to weather and lack of things to do. Hope to get some ideas from this video.

[@freeheeler00]

Try Minnesota

[@4uFriday]

I’m assuming you’re referring to Wyoming when you’re talking about lack of things to do because there is plenty to do in the Florida panhandle.

[@Dangic23]

@@4uFriday Both Florida Panhandle only has the beach. Nothing else to do there. You would have to drive 4+ hours to find other amenities, shopping, etc.

[@4uFriday]

@@Dangic23 I call BS on that! What city were you living in? You got Destin, Panama City, Ft. Walton, Pensacola and I could go on. If anything Wyoming falls in that category that place is boring as hell. Pensacola has more to offer then the beach for sure.

[@Dangic23]

@@4uFriday Lived in Fort Walton Beach and Destin. Pensacola was nice the times I visited. Small beach town vibes, plus also a college town which always keep towns alive. Closer to NOLA for big city amenities. Other than that there is ATL and Tampa/Jacksonville/Orlando. All 4+hours drive. Like I said, isolated. In Cheyenne I at least had Denver 90 minutes away and the entire RMNP.

[@boomerdragon1568]

Hey. How about a video on small farms and acreage. Where and livability. Some of us want to escape the city. Thanks

[@naomiemoore5725]

Trying to do that right now.

[@Toastmaster_5000]

I've been watching this channel for years - this is possibly the *only* video where I didn't agree with a single entry on the list, other than maybe Burlington (which isn't really a *hidden* gem). Also, Pennsylvania is likely to have a better option than Pittsburgh. Surely, West Virginia, Montana, Maine, South Carolina, and Delaware would end up on this list. Of those states, SC might have to be bumped out considering there aren't a whole lot of *hidden* gems there anymore, and WV might be bumped out because a lot of the population is old due to economic issues and not because its desirable to retire to, though, PA is the same way.

[@biffjoesen2529]

Fargo, Anchorage and Murderapolis? For seniors!?

[@JJacks920]

I know, right. No way....

[@somerandomguy1217]

Where do you get your livability indexes? They are wildly different from AARP’s scores

[@user-T.Baldwin]

Mainland China.

[@y2ktube]

"different from AARP’s scores" - That's because the AARP has a strong LEFTIST bias... Now conservative retirees chose AMAC

[@Vic-ok2pp]

In one of your previous videos you mentioned that Albuquerque was very dangerous and now you recommend it for retirement. ??

[@Rmat7]

I'm a little shocked that Madison isn't on here. It's often listed as a top place to retire and is just kind of a nicer smaller version of Minneapolis lol

[@larrymoore5886]

After you had a couple gallons of that amazing Kentucky bourbon and a keg of that pretty good Pittsburg beer I can finally understand how you came up with this list! Thankfully you didn’t mention my favorite. We are at capacity now. I’ll let you know if we have any vacancies in the future. I enjoy your videos. Keep it up!

[@domdrty]

I've lived in Louisville for a week now. If you move here stay away from the south west side of town. Pretty ghetto and if you are into shopping at trader Joe's, target, etc, expect to drive at least 25 minutes. It's a lot nicer when you actually get into the city. A lot of the streets/roads are built like your typical southern city. 2 lanes, and not enough of them that run north to south, or east to west. This results in traffic jams where there really shouldn't be any. Overall so far I like it, but everplace has its trade offs.

[@242HP]

I think it's interesting that often the southern parts of major cities seem to be the worst/least safe areas.

[@Photoboy1948]

You can always put on clothes to stay warm but you can only take off so many clothes to cool off before you get arrested and you’ll still be hot and miserable. I’ve been smothered in in my native Florida for way too long and between the hordes of snowbirds during the so called winter and the unbearable heat and humidity of spring, summer and fall I’m ready to move to West Virginia on the east side of a mountain.

[@davidjernigan8161]

St. George also has nuclear fallout from above ground nuclear testing.

[@virtue_signal_]

Receipts please..

[@user-T.Baldwin]

It's true, fallout. Mercury and Armagossa NV will congestt my breathing , even just driving through. So, in the 50's-60's, the Jetstream picked up the 45 or so blasts took it Northward then just past the north top of the Rockies wafted down with residuals as far South East as Georgia.

[@johngarbarini1048]

Just ask the cast of ``The Conquerors.`` Those that are still alive........

[@wfpoulsen]

Fallout was from over 65 years ago.

[@Scionfrs088]

There’s a lot of good areas but I’m surprised Harlingen or Brownsville Texas didn’t make the list lol. Keep up the great work, you’ve been a massive help to my move ✌🏼

[@dcasper8514]

Illegal aliens.

[@glenhatchell5635]

I love how your videos show different slices of the data. For example, two or three of the cities were in states that should be bulldozed. Such great information!

[@walterbrown9651]

Louisville, Ky? $243k homes - in the ghetto! Police corruption, an expanding homeless population and rapant crime- dunno what you mean Briggs! Great restaurants are a plus but Ky is the same old Ky.

[@vamoscruceros]

There are 3 bedroom homes in Jeffersontown and Fern Creek on the market for $230K-$270K right now. You can find similar or better deals in Bullitt County or Southern Indiana. The cheap housing in the West End certainly drags down the average home price.

[@jarenci1]

Louisville traffic sucks, housing is getting expensive, allergies 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@lindamatus4429]

I lasted two years in Louisville and absolutely hated it. Vast majority of the geography known as Louisville is a dump. Even if you move to one of the surrounding suburbs the city has annexed everything in order to get your property tax so that they can support all the crime of nonworking cretins. They periodically come out to your hood just to take what they feel entitled to. First time ever, after living in four different states, that I felt afraid in my own home. Still in Kentucky but moved to a way safer and prettier area

[@MikeSlike]

Been living in South California all my life (32 years) and wouldn’t go anywhere else after visiting multiple states. I’ll retire in a trailer home if I have to to stay here in SoCal, it’s heaven until the real heaven comes.

[@pkh4340]

Grew up 90 miles north of Omaha. Played a lot of gigs there over the years (I’m a jazz musician) It’s a great city!

[@Scokat87]

@@pkh4340 in the Old Market I’ll bet

[@242HP]

Isn't Omaha right in the middle of tornado alley? No thanks!

[@Scokat87]

@@242HP yeah. Usually I see what’s going on in Wichita. If it’s bad down there, it’s heading towards Omaha

[@JaySmith-pv2mw]

I've lived in Florida almost my whole life and I can't wait to get out of here. I hope to retire in four years and I have considered some the cities in this video such as Fargo, Omaha and Minneapolis. Des Moines is high on my list.

[@haroldbirge6881]

🤓Think I'll just stay right here in 🍀Northern California 👀✌️

[@SnowflakeHenri1]

@haroldbirge6881 ME TOO 😂❤ Love Northern California.

[@churchofpos2279]

Nope. Moved out 2 years ago. Now live up in the Appalachian mountains. Cost of living 50% less, including property taxes. I bought a house for cash and am now debt free. I live in a small rural town, but can drive 30 minutes to a larger town for amenities like shopping centers, restaurants, and movie theaters. We get all 4 seasons, but the weather is mild. No more earthquakes or wild fires.

[@nonamegivenatbirth]

@@churchofpos2279But don’t you miss Newsom, wildfires and all the bums, crazies and junkies living on the streets? Don’t forget all the crime too. It’s such a paradise here…not. California now sucks BIG TIME!!!

[@meadow3720]

State of Jefferson?

[@karmeladivine]

I’m with you! Sacramento !

[@carlosduque8905]

I didn’t like any of those options, but thanks for the video.

[@user-T.Baldwin]

Oh yes, it was in color too. That's always kinda nice.

[@Moving.To.Charleston]

Hey Carlos, have you considered Charleston or Myrtle Beach SC?

[@travist.7279]

Amarillo, Texas. It's cheap, has very little traffic, few homeless, and way less crime than neighboring Albuquerque. Not much scenery though.

[@cece2347]

I would love to move to Vermont, Maine or New Hampsire from spring thru fall and spend winter in in midatlantic area. I love changing seasons but hate bitter cold and humidity.

[@brittseverence7221]

I do Maine in the summer, south Texas in all other seasons. Both are expensive. Do not be fooled by cheap homes, as in either case, lower priced homes are in rather uninspiring towns and neighborhoods. And, that's being polite. Be prepared to empty your wallet even if you have reasonable wealth. Retirement in the US takes serious bread, especially if you're dreaming of being a snowbird. In my opinion, you should now seek retirement where you can quickly access a full boat of medical care and not wait a year to see a doctor. Set this as a priority, establish your physician and specialist relationships and stay as healthy as possible. Anything less and the weather, golfing, beaches or cultural activities can become meaningless.

[@quentinj.500]

I just moved to Louisville 2 years ago from L.A. and I love it.

[@HowlerMonkeyJoe]

Great video Briggs

[@WorldAccordingToBriggs]

Thanks 👍

[@danwei999]

I appreciate it when Briggs brings Minnesota into the light; however, I am wondering why Minneapolis is on this list, but Madison, WI isn't. I would think it might be cheaper to live in Madison with similar culture.

[@Archangels_Warrior]

Minnesota, tied for worst state in the country. The lakes and fishing are great, but EVERYTHING else sucks. The people in Mn are some of the most ignorant and gullible people in America. I could name off a hundred reasons why it is so bad...

[@raymaccioni1606]

It’s funny how you show cold weather cities with blue skies and the sun shining. You never show a picture of one of the endless grey, cold, snowy and slushy days

[@MrChiP14]

Pittsburgh, a wonderful city. It's easily the favorite of my sons and I to go visit. Pitt plays at the Steelers stadium so easy enough....

[@danielalexander799]

As soon as you mentioned Fargo ND, I hit the Thumbs Up 👍 button

[@pdxmtngoat]

I've been in Saint George, Utah in the summer. 115 degree days. Brutal heat. But the nice thing about Utah is you can get up into some really high elevation mountains to escape it a few hours drive away.

[@tmauntler]

Putting new Somalia on this this is wild lmao Also the healthcare there is on a heavy decline- plenty of family up there. All the older family members are avoiding Mayo Health Clinic like the plague… because you’d be better off with the plague

[@pxn748]

Somalia? The life expectancy there is pretty low, and crime and hunger are rampant. No thanks!

[@lkd06]

@@pxn748 he's referring to Minneapolis which has become Little Somalia...avoid for sure

[@FJA---]

I prefer Lincoln to Omaha. Very good for retirees with the exception of public transportation which is abysmal. Rentals, while not exactly cheap, still are better than a lot of places in this country. And you like golf, well, there's about 50 courses to choose from in a 50/60 mile radius. Also easy to drive to some major cities. Omaha is 50 miles, KC is about 250, Denver, Chicago, St Louis, Minneapolis are all 500 miles or less with I-80 running thru it and I-29 just a few minute drive away. And I know that to people on the East Coast that seems like a long drive, Hell, I know people back here that take an overnight bag to go to an adjacent town just in case, but once you get west of the Mississippi 500 miles is an afternoon drive. The weather can be tempestuous with the cold in winter and the heat in summer.

[@annhowcroft9493]

St. George is just as hot as Arizona in the summer.

[@TomBTerrific]

Pretty large Mormon population…

[@f42un84u]

Part of Desert, what do you expect.

[@wandahall4435]

Great job Briggs ❤❤❤😮😮😮😊😊😊

[@pamelamays4186]

Briggs, just as long as you're not a Ravens fan, Pittsburgh would be cool with you. 🖤💛

[@stevemoore9951]

GREETINGS FROM THE PPRC GREAT VIDEO TODAY. Would have to be Idaho or maybe Utah.🇺🇸🍺🍺

[@alexmiles40]

I just moved from Alaska. They have substandard health care (and they know it). If you have a health crisis, you are flown to Seattle. Then your family has to go too to help you with transfer to a skilled care facility or flying back to Anchorage. If you look "sick," the airline will require a letter from the discharging hospital that you are safe to fly for 3.5 hours alone. Most people are NOT safe to fly right after a stroke, a heart attack, etc. DO NOT RETIRE TO ALASKA!!

[@flamesniper126]

Totally agree here. If you are sick and can’t handle your condition, they will fly you to harbor view which is the only level 1 trauma hospital that caters to patients coming from Alaska. As far as I know, there is only one long term acute care in anchorage and 2 skilled nursing facilities

[@stephanies6770]

Who would have known ? 😵‍💫 l sure didn't. Thanks for sharing.

[@Chris_at_Home]

I’ve been here in Alaska 45 years and at least the local health care is much better than back in the 1980s. A coworker had a mild stroke back then and they told him he was drunk even though he on,y had two beers on the flight home from the slope. He flew to Seattle and they properly diagnosed him there. He was in his early 30s. I’m retired with a couple places here and my wife and I love it here. We spend much of our summers at our off road place. I trip down south for a few months every winter is nice now that we have the time. I’d never live in Anchorage.

[@dig494]

This is true. I am retired here in AK and love it but I am on VA medical. Not career military but enough. They still have to fly you down to Harborview if you break yourself. Although I pretty much have access to whatever medical facilities are available to anyone here in AK. I have yet to have a major stroke, etc. Sure its coming. Just took a good 6 week road/camping trip down to my old stomping grounds in MT, ID, WA, OR. Was fun and not fun. It is no cheaper down there and in fact I found it more spendy all around than Mat-Su valley. Holy f*ck! I don't see how Canadians survive now in AB and BC. Your YMMV.

[@Chris_at_Home]

@@dig494 I’ve always lived in the Meadow Lakes area. I bought my first place right after I got here and then built on some land I had for years. I don’t know how people can afford to buy here now. I have a few acres of view property that has more than quadrupled in price in 20 years. One nice thing about the valley is as a senior we get a $258,000 property tax exemption.

[@keithvincenttucker9923]

I have lived in northern Alberta for all of my, nearly, 50 years. I would be happy if I never saw snow again.

[@richards5280]

Just a friendly PSA: if you’re trying to live some place that’s not humid, forget Fargo or Minneapolis…summer humidity can be brutal up there! 🥵

[@Gigmeister1]

No one I know ever moves north to retire.

[@tsb7911]

They should unless they're into melanoma.

[@242HP]

I predict that is going to change in coming years. As there are more frequent and more severe hurricanes in places like Florida, and homeowner's insurance continues to rise (if you can even get it from a major company), people are going to want to move to places that are away from natural disasters. Florida now isn't what it was like back in the 60s and 70s.

[@kerrynight3271]

@@242HP So true. But many places that rarely or never had climate disasters in the past are now having them.

[@marleezawadzki]

“ I just briefly read an article while I was on a waiting for a flight….” Lol

[@47AndyT]

Florida is for the RICH folk!

[@pxn748]

It depends where you go. Look near Leesburg, it's very scenic and still relatively inexpensive.

[@SA-hz1rs]

Nope😅😅

[@SA-hz1rs]

Florida is poor

[@drfrankenstein4127]

I hope it’s not too political for your channel. But I’d love your take on best retirement towns for hunters / fishermen. Which would hopefully include how many gun / skeet ranges nearby and how pro 2a the state is the town is in. This would be an awesome video to me . Again maybe some people would think it’s too political. Hope you like the idea enough to research it. I’m retiring in 3 years and this would be my favorite video for sure.

[@tashayar75]

I would move to Las Cruces before Albuquerque. I know a few people who have retired there and are quite happy. If I need somewhere warmer and drier than the Midwest, it’s up there on my list.

[@luchiayoung]

My daughter lives in Las Cruces and I spend a lot of time there and yes, it is a wonderful city, especially the northwest part and the west part of the city.

[@jamesbrozyna5295]

Hey Briggs, what about for poorer people? I don't have 3 to 5 hundred thousand to plop down in a house.

[@charliejackson6192]

I hear there’s some lovely skid row refrigerator boxes available in LA. That’s my retirement plan.

[@242HP]

Better consider moving out of the US altogether. More and more US citizens are retiring in other countries because your money goes much farther there than it does in the overpriced USA.

[@charliejackson6192]

@@242HP sound advice

[@TheMidnightCloak]

Boise, Fargo and Minneapolis are looking good to me, I hate heat. I’ve been to Alaska and while it’s very pretty it’s way too expensive and remote for me. Also the crime rate is scary.

[@RetirementGoals1]

Yeah, between this Saturday and the 17th the average temperature in Boise is going to be 103 degrees, a few 110’s in there.

[@TheMidnightCloak]

@@RetirementGoals1 as long as it doesn’t last all year, I can deal.

[@RetirementGoals1]

@@TheMidnightCloak nope, good balance of all 4 seasons. It can get damn hot and damn cold but it doesn’t last. If you like the outdoors and great scenery it’s the best option on this list. It’s a very red Republican state, if that bothers you then really think about it. Boise itself has a democratic mayor and some pockets of blue. Boise, Meridian, Eagle, Kuna and Nampa have pretty low crime rates. Star and Middleton are more rural but a bit less expensive.

[@ramblingheart6625]

Been in Az since 1983 and these 120 degree summers but not sure I can do hard snow and tornados

[@KamBar2019]

If money ain't an object, then go to ASPEN, Colorado. Thank me later💬

[@jamesniess2485]

I was born and raised in mandan north dakota the sister city of bismarck .it can get bone Chilling in the winter 🥶🥶 it doesn't Bother me at all l dress for the Weather it can down to 50 below if not colder with the wind blowing 45 mpg

[@MelodicDeathMetal]

@@KamBar2019 *telluride

[@pj-fx7gx]

Yeah snow is a hard no. Just no

[@caroli1091]

​@@jamesniess2485ok, you've peaked my interest. When does the really cold hit? I have people in Florida that basically never go out in July, August & September. Is it frigid for more than 3 months? Maybe I'll take those 3 months & snowbird somewhere? I like cold better than hot but -50* is a whole other thing!

[@Scokat87]

Henry Doorly Zoo is awesome

[@robertt9270]

I split my time between Palm Springs, Ca.and Vashon, Washington. I don’t think it could get much better.

[@lindaw4776]

As a resident of ND, Fargo is ok and Bismarck is seriously overlooked. As a woman getting older, the Dakota’s are almost necessary. SD tax benefits.

[@PSTXFL]

If it’s north of I-10 we’re not interested. We love Florida and Texas so we live 50/50 in both 👍

[@user-zx8de8op9l]

Well done

[@davelindgren5245]

I am shocked that no cities in California were picked :) I have almost given up on my boys buying a home here. Maybe we can all move at the same time to one of your options.

[@FrederickTheAnon14W]

There's no hidden gems in California.

[@jamesbrozyna5295]

I think Fargo there aren't a lot of retirees that want to shovel 3 feet of snow. I don't know one person who retired or is going to retire to a place that gets below zero degrees.

[@ptown24]

Pittsburgh my city you should come watch a pitt game i wouldnt mind hanging out with you Briggs

[@Photoboy1948]

If I could afford Burlington, Vt., it would certainly be a top choice. I was stationed across the lake when Bernie was Mayor of The People’s Republic of Burlington. I’m a moderate centrist but I respect people who stick to their principles unless of course they want to be a dictator or king.

[@WorldAccordingToBriggs]

Agreed

[@ZBatt1]

I feel Corpus Christi is underrated personally.

[@dcasper8514]

There must be a reason..

[@papajeff5486]

Corpus Christi is warm and windy. The beaches aren’t bad. The worst part is the road demolition. You can’t drive the same way across any part of the city twice in one week. Been there, done that, moved away.

[@keithvincenttucker9923]

I am looking for 3 things when I retire. Warm(ish), cheap, and rural.

[@KamBar2019]

Folks just wanna tell y'all. Nick Johnson moved from LA County to North Carolina💬 He's doing great in NC these days as far as making 💵 is concerned 👀

[@milessampson3942]

Nick is from San Bernadino. Briggs is from LA County.

[@WorldAccordingToBriggs]

I just spent all week with Nick in California at a convention. He left CA over a decade ago and I am sure he was making good cash when he lived in CA and the midwest.

[@WorldAccordingToBriggs]

Oh and yes, he is from San Bernadino and I am from LA County originally. And I am making money in Oregon.

[@moonlightalkemist]

​@WorldAccordingToBriggs glad you are making $ wherever you are. I don't always agree with your commentary but I always enjoy it. Paradoxical, I know. 😂

[@maobfh]

St. George. Initially I want to make a real snarky comment, but some people I really admire come from ST. George so I rethought that rant. It can’t be ALL bad when the lee’s and others come from there.

[@scottgetty5547]

being from Pittsburgh id love to live and retire there, but only in the summer....thinking about retiring to Colorado....

[@user-cp7zk9ll3n]

I swear Briggs you throw darts at a map and pick your cities that way just to make things interesting!

[@TomBTerrific]

He definitely is a bull sh*ter

[@dcasper8514]

He selects cities that have plenty of "Colture"..

[@rocinblues]

No, nada, nope. Wait until you get "old" you wouldn't settle for anyone of the cold locals. People that stay/retire in cold regions stay for family, and that's pretty much it. Unless they simply hate warm locations (few and far between).

[@kelmike060404]

Lancaster County PA we moved from Florida best decision

[@G8rquest]

Shhhh! 🤐

[@kelmike060404]

@@G8rquest I know, right love it here and I don’t want anyone to know about it

[@lkd06]

@@kelmike060404 if you don't want anyone to know about it then why comment that you love it?

[@rlvarady]

Wait you had Pittsburgh but not Cleveland? It has one of the best hospitals in the world, an amazing art scene and very affordable.

[@WorldAccordingToBriggs]

But it has to many other problems. That is hard to admit because I love Cleveland.

[@kathleenrosado6949]

Crime…

[@rlvarady]

There surrounding suburbs are amazing. Don’t judge an area by its major city

[@artfuldodger7838]

Home and money is far too focussed on money and have too few listings. All their listings are high end.

[@MrManfly]

That’s it I’m booking a flight to Fargo, North Dakota and retiring!!!!! 😜😂

[@teddyghioto]

I am gonna tell my neighbors Shenikia and Ladarious about Burlington or Fargo i think they will enjoy it up there...ROLL TIDE ROLL...

[@WOODARICH]

🤣

[@michaelsharp3615]

I was thinking Las Vegas would be on this list!!!

[@landtuna3469]

St. George would be my only choice of these. Boise a possible fallback but the others......UCK!

[@arymniak1]

I actually like the distinction of the four seasons. I live in a low property tax area, no state or local tax on retirement income. I’m in a rural setting but 5 miles to all the suburban metro area amenities. I keep this place unknown, the less people here the better.

[@bryanbunday781]

Great video and synopsis of these cities, especially relevant to an older fella like myself! 😊

[@stilldajoker]

ABQ was nice in the 80's -- 90's but now just be on the fringe

[@adamgronvold8608]

I would love a video of your ten favorite zoos in america.

[@joymattson8549]

I actually did come face to face with a moose while driving in Alaska - collided with it and broke my neck. I was very lucky to survive.

[@DogWalkerBill]

Pittsburghy places well on your list. I am mildly surprised. Over the years, Pittsburgh has been rated not too great, not too bad but on average a very nice place for families. It has excellent healthcare. And house are more affordable than most places. Although you're saying you prefer the Cleveland Browns to the Pittsburgh Steelers is almost a reason to cancel your channel!

[@harrychambers3771]

If you can state the average size house with the average cost per square foot would be great to compare cost of living.

[@lkd06]

that's Your homework to do

[@strikeryachts]

Do a clip on what states allow raw milk sales.

[@kerrynight3271]

During a bird flu outbreak?

[@stacyanne223]

I'm a Ravens fan - don't even get me started 🤣🤪

[@davidtardio9804]

I’m thinking that I’ll live longer if I move to Fargo. Primarily because half the time I’d be frozen solid. But seriously I’ll take cold over heat and humidity. Maybe Minneapolis?

[@tashayar75]

I love it here in Minneapolis and I plan to stay as long as I’m working. I’m thinking about retiring to Racine, Wisconsin for the lower cost of living and being on the western shore of Lake Michigan, it has a more moderate climate. We do have better healthcare here and I love living in a walkable neighborhood, so who knows?

[@Botoburst]

A far north suburb would be better imo.

[@SpenceCurry]

Prosser wa. A hidden gem in south east wa.