16. Corpus Christi, Texas
The city of Corpus Christi faces the bay of its namesake, which leads out to the Gulf of Mexico. They have a busy downtown area complete with restaurants and bars. There is also the Art Museum of South Texas, The Texas State Aquarium, and the sports stadium Whataburger Field. For nature lovers, there are also state parks with plenty of natural splendor. The Padre Island National Seashore has 380 species of birds and is a refuge for sea turtles. As with other Gulf retirement spots, the main meteorological concern for retirees is the high possibility of summer and autumn hurricanes.
Rent starts at just $650 per month and goes up depending on the amount of space or luxury you are looking for in an apartment. If you are thinking of selling your current house during your move, the average home in Corpus Christi is just $150,000. Best of all, the state of Texas does not collect income taxes so you can keep more of your social security or pension benefits. Corpus Christi offers extremely warm summers and mild winters, making it an ideal spot for those who enjoy the heat and spending most of their time in outdoor activities.