MS has 2 of the best & most affordable cities for retirees in the US. Here’s where
Two Mississippi communities landed among some of the leading U.S. locations for people looking to retire, according to two recent rankings.
Natchez was ranked by WorldAtlas as the 10th-best town in the country for people to retire in, while Gulfport took the top spot on Daily Passport’s list of most affordable coastal cities for retirees.
Here’s what made these spots stand out.
Natchez among the best U.S. towns for retirees
Set against the backdrop of the sweeping Mississippi landscape, Natchez is riddled with opportunities to experience culture, good food and the outdoors, according to Experience Natchez.
Here’s what makes the town a great place for retirees to settle down in, according to WorldAtlas.
- Budget-friendly
- Long-term care options for seniors
- Walkability
- Vibrant cultural scene
- Landmarks
- Riverfront
Where are the top 10 U.S. towns for people to retire in?
The best towns in the country for retirees all had a “well-rounded mix of safety, low cost of living, quality healthcare and enriching activities,” according to WorldAtlas.
Here’s WorldAtlas’ ranking of top 10 places in the U.S. for retirees:
1. Evanston, Wyoming
2. Pittsfield, Massachusetts
3. Johnstown, Pennsylvania
4. Fredericksburg, Texas
5. Cedar Key, Florida
6. Tyron, North Carolina
7. Litchfield Beach, South Carolina
8. Paris, Tennessee
9. Concord, New Hampshire
10. Natchez, Mississippi
Gulfport among most affordable coastal cities for retirees
Gulfport took the top spot in a different ranking of most affordable places for retirees.
The August ranking by Daily Passport, a travel publication, analyzed U.S. News and World Report’s 2025 survey ranking of the 150 best cities for retirement and chose the 10 most affordable oceanfront cities for this ranking.
“In Gulfport, you’ll discover a vibrant coastal spot where sunshine, sea breezes, and Southern hospitality await around every turn,” according to Coastal Mississippi.
For retirees looking to get the best bang for their buck, Gulfport stands out for its cost of living — which is 17.4% lower than the national average — world-class entertainment and access to specialized medical care, according to Daily Passport.
What are the top 10 most affordable U.S. cities for retirees?
These are the most cost effective cities for people to retire in, according to Daily Passport:
1. Gulfport, Mississippi
2. Corpus Christi, Texas
3. Mobile, Alabama
4. Pensacola, Florida
5. Savannah, Georgia
6. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
7. Daytona Beach, Florida
8. Melbourne, Florida
9. Jacksonville, Florida
10. Port St. Lucie, Florida
