Great places to retire where rent is under $1,000 a month

Lincoln, Nebraska

Average housing cost: $766
Population age 65 or older: 10.7 percent
Walkability score: 43
Safety score: 13

If you’re an American history buff, then you will likely enjoy retiring in the city named for Abraham Lincoln — Lincoln, Neb. The overall low cost of living keeps rents reasonable and are suitable for senior living.

Along with trendy shops, restaurants and a burgeoning arts scene, the area contains plenty of parks and outdoor activities to keep any nature lover satisfied. One of the local favorites is Wilderness Park, which provides trails that can be explored on foot, bicycle or horse.

Lincoln’s neighborhoods are as diverse as the residents, offering historic homes, modern suburban dwellings and newly built apartments and condos in a revitalized downtown area. Lincoln’s safety score is the fourth-best of the cities on our list. Remember, Lincoln is in tornado country, so the weather might be something to consider before moving.