Last updated 2026-06-12 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
No state income tax, warm winters, and a retirement community for every budget.
1. Sarasota: Best overall for retirees
2. Naples: Best for upscale retirement
3. The Villages: Best 55+ community
4. Tampa: Best for city amenities
5. Venice: Best small beach town
6. Fort Myers: Best value retirement
7. Vero Beach: Best Atlantic-coast pick
8. St. Augustine: Best for history lovers
Florida is the retirement capital of America for good reason: no state income tax, no tax on Social Security or pensions, warm winters, and abundant healthcare and recreation. The right city depends on your budget and the pace you want. Here are the 8 best places to retire in Florida, ranked.