California and affordable living rarely appear in the same sentence without the word “impossible” between them.
But tucked away in the heart of the Central Valley lies Modesto, a city where your Social Security check might actually cover more than just your utility bills.
While coastal California cities have housing prices that would make your grandparents faint, Modesto offers a refreshing alternative for retirees who don’t have tech IPO windfalls or Hollywood residuals padding their bank accounts.
This agricultural hub of roughly 215,000 residents delivers surprising value, vibrant community life, and enough cultural offerings to keep your retirement calendar pleasantly full – all without requiring you to take up extreme couponing as your new full-time hobby…