All 50 States Ranked: Worst to Best States to Retire In

New Hampshire

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Affordability: 27

Quality of Life: 4

Health Care: 6

As it turns out, New Hampshire is one of the most tax-friendly places for retirees. Social security income isn’t taxed, and withdrawals from retirement accounts aren’t taxed either. And while property taxes in New Hampshire are high, there is no state sales tax.

New Hampshire hits #4 on the highest percentage of the workforce aged 65 or older list, so you’re not going to feel alone in this lovely state! It also ranked an impressive #1 on the lowest property crime rate list, so you’ll be safe, too.