This East Coast State Was Just Named the Best Place to Retire for Affordability, Weather, and Quality of Health Care

Delaware has some great tax incentives, too.

In late July, Bankrate released its ranking of the best and worst states for retirement.

“Delaware is a tax-friendly state for retirees.

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It doesnt have state or local sales tax, and it doesnt tax Social Security benefits.

And the weather is rather predictable, too.

“Earthquakes, tornados, and hurricanes are also rare, and the climate is temperate.”