Maryland ranked one of the ten worst states for retirement
in the universe
10 worst states for retirement By Chris Kahn • Bankrate.com
Not dated – Retrieved February 10, 2015
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It's hard to be flexible on a fixed income. That's why some
of America's prettiest, most vibrant locations are also some of the toughest on
retirees.
They're usually more expensive, for example, with higher
rents and more expensive restaurants. Tax rates also tend to be higher in urban
areas. They also may not be as safe.
With that in mind, Bankrate ranked each state based on a
variety of factors that everyone should consider before making a move into --
or out of -- their home state. They include a specialized cost-of-living index
for retirees, crime statistics, tax rates and comprehensive weather data that
factor in sunshine and humidity. Also new this year: Bankrate beefed up its
ranking for health care quality, and consulted an extensive survey called the
Gallup-Healthways' Well-Being Index. The index gauges the level of satisfaction
residents report about their surroundings.
The states that fell to the bottom of our list still have a
lot to offer. In fact, many are home to the top tourism destinations in the
world. The problem, in the end, is that choosing a good place to retire isn't
as easy as picking a vacation spot. Costs matter more. The local culture and
infrastructure also matter.
Here, in descending order, are 10 of the lowest-ranking
states for retirees based on our criteria.
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The primary knock on Maryland is that it's more expensive to
live there than in many other states. The cost of living for retirees is
especially high, and residents pay one of the highest tax rates in the country.
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