Southern

From east coast to west and from the Canadian border in the north to the Gulf of Mexico in the South there are hundreds of locations for retirees in the United States. Here we offer a glimpse into a small sample of some of the most popular and also some well-kept secrets.

Oxford, MS
Situated in northern Mississippi, Oxford is a small college town boasting southern charm and hospitality. Its climate provides distinct seasons but not the severe cold or hot that can be found elsewhere.
www.oxfordms.net

Host Springs, AR
www.ci.hot-springs.ar.us
www.hotsprings.org

Fayetteville, AR
Another college town offering a great place to live for retirees. Fayetteville offers a good quality of life and a cost of living that hovers just below the national average.
www.accessfayetteville.org
www.ci.fayetteville.nc.us

Austin, TX
Austin offers retirees resources for an active retirement including live music, theatre and ballet. With a good transportation system, many outdoor activities and a drier climate than other southern areas this is a hot retirement spot.
www.ci.austin.tx.us
www.austintexas.org/home

San Antonio, TX
This relatively large city has a lot to offer retirees in terms of a low cost of living, good transportation and cultural events as well as medical care. There are historic sites and a pleasant landscape.
www.sanantonio.gov/?res=1024&ver=true
www.sanantoniocvb.com

Kerrville, TX
With a population of just over 21,000, Kerrville offers retirees a sunny town with a high quality of living for a very low cost. If you're looking for a peaceful, quiet place this could be the one.
www.kerrville.org
www.kerrvilletexascvb.com