Want to retire on $30,000 a year?
Or just want to know you could if you had to?
Or the fact that he can stroll down the block and catch a game at Jackie Robinson Ballpark?
Actually, it’s all of these reasons.
“I love it here,” Simms says.
“It’s easy.
And it’s great for walking.”
And yes, it’s extremely affordable.
Plus, his electric bill runs about $17 a month.
Clean up your act:Tour theMuseum of Cleanfor the most fun you’ve ever had while pondering housework.
Favorite freebie:Self-guided walking tours downtown offer an up-close look at historic buildings and architectural landmarks.
She loves to dance, especially the hula, and belongs to a dance group that meets often.
But most of all, she’s smitten with the region’s famously big sky.
Riley spends $305 a month on her mortgage.
Almost all of her health care because her late husband was a retired naval officer is paid for.
Utility expenses are minimal.
And because of a wide variety of supermarkets, including the bargain-packed WinCo, food is inexpensive.
But affordability isn’t the only reason residents love Pocatello.
Those who are 66 or older can score an all-day lift ticket for just $26.
Outdoor aficionados, take note.
Catch a show:The Penobscot Theatre Company presents the annual Northern Writes Festival of New Works $10.
Favorite freebie:Every summer the American Folk Festival brings three days of free music to the Waterfront.
Community:Share your fears about Social Security.
Combined, they earn about $2,900 a month from Social Security.
They live in a paid-for mobile home, with park rent of just $330 a month.
The area’s abundant recreational and entertainment opportunities are also a major draw.
A lively arts scene provides culture, and the mighty Penobscot River serves as the area’s natural centerpiece.
“There’s so much hiking, biking and paddling,” says Peggy Leonard, 51.
On Thursdays, beer costs a buck.
