Bad News! Arizona Ranks Unbelievably Low For THIS

If you want to live out your golden years in warmth and comfort, Arizona might seem like a good fit. The weather here is great most of the year, as long as you don't live in the scorching hotbox of Phoenix in June.

But if you're considering retirement in the Grand Canyon State, you should look at the whole picture before you start packing.

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Snowbirds Moving to Arizona

Like many people, my parents were ready to call it quits after braving yet another long, cold winter in the Midwest. They put their old snowplow on the market and got ready to pull up stakes and fly to warmer weather. They were considering a move to Arizona.

According to AgingGreatly.com the short list of places people head for retirement has always been:

• Florida
• Georgia
• Arizona
• California
• Texas
• Alabama
• North Carolina
• South Carolina

If you're trying to stretch your retirement dollars and you're not independently wealthy, you should cross California off your list. It's warm, but it's so expensive that the state has seen a dramatic exodus recently.

The State of Healthcare in Arizona

If you're strictly looking at the cost of living compared to other states, Arizona ranks pretty well. But there are other factors to consider.

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According to StateRegsToday.com, "Arizona is ranked 25th most expensive state in the United States for cost of living. Its cost of living index is 111.5, which is slightly above the national average."

In a nutshell, Arizona's cost of living is more affordable, in general, than living in states like California or New York, but more expensive than in many other states.

So, Arizona is right around the middle if we're talking affordability. However, there is one crucial factor where Arizona falls short, and if you're retiring, you don't want to give this one a pass.

How Arizona Ranks for Healthcare

Even if you're in good health now, if you're getting ready to retire, it's important to consider your healthcare options. You'll want to be prepared if you're dealing with regular aging or battling a healthcare crisis.

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Arizona ranks a disappointing 42nd out of the 50 states for healthcare quality and availability, according to a report by Seniorly.com. The report based the ranking on factors like access to healthcare across the state, quality of healthcare, and public health outcomes.

If you're on the road to retirement, Arizona's low ranking could impact your quality of life. Sadly, Arizona's healthcare system may not be equipped to provide the vital geriatric services and specialized care that other states can.