BROWNSVILLE, TX – Brownsville, Texas, has been ranked the fourth best affordable place to retire in the United States by U.S. News & World Report.
According to the ranking, the city offers a combination of factors that make it an attractive option for retirees, including housing affordability, pleasant weather, low taxes for retirees and access to quality healthcare.
The ranking is based on several factors, including housing affordability, happiness, desirability, retiree taxes, job market and access to quality health care.
U.S. News conducted an online survey of people 45 and older to gather information on retirement preferences. This year, factors such as price parity and the ability to afford everyday goods and services were added to the calculations.
Brownsville residents benefit from lower-than-average costs for everyday expenses, such as groceries.
The median home price in Brownsville is $276,671, which is significantly lower than the national average of $428,700. The median monthly rent of $785 is also below the national average of $1,250.
In addition, Brownsville has a subtropical climate that allows residents to enjoy nearby beaches year-round. The city also has low taxes for retirees, who pay no income or capital gains taxes.
Brownsville has also received positive rankings in other reports, such as being ranked as one of the most affordable places to live in the United States and as the eighth best place to live in Texas.
Brownsville’s ranking as the eighth best place to live in Texas is based on criteria such as convenience and quality of life. These factors are crucial in assessing the overall satisfaction of residents and the attractiveness of the area to potential residents.
