These Are The Most Affordable GA Towns To Retire In 2025

Retirement in Georgia can be relaxing and adventure-filled, while also being cost-effective, according to travel outlet WorldAtlas.

Hailing themselves as "The Original Online Geography Resource," the digital publication recently released its picks for the eight most affordable towns to retire in Georgia for 2025.

"Most people work their entire life with one goal in mind: retirement. But where to retire to? Somewhere warm is a typical answer, and somewhere financially fitting is another," WorldAtlas wrote. "Georgia is a state offering both, with ample programs for seniors to take advantage of, including healthcare assistance via Medicare and Medicaid, nutrition programs such as Meals on Wheels, and tax exemptions for homeowners 65 and older."

These are the eight most affordable Georgia towns to settle down in after retirement:

Vidalia

WorldAtlas writes: "Sweet, mild, crisp, and federally protected, the Vidalia onion holds a lot of weight in Georgia, its state of origin. Historically grown in the town of Vidalia, the residents have embraced their heritage of being the original manufacturer of this type of onion. Every spring, for four days, the town celebrates the annual harvest of its famed vegetable with the Vidalia Onion Festival, where, in 2015, the town debuted the Vidalia Onion Fountain."

An onion might make you cry, but retirees can keep their eyes dry knowing the benefits allotted to them. The median home price in Vidalia is roughly $183,895, well below the state median.

Americus

WorldAtlas writes: "Americus is affordable, but filled with laid-back activities for all sorts of retirees. Enjoy a night of art and culture by taking in a show at the Rylander Theatre. The intimate setting seats over 600 viewers to relish a night of acting, singing and dancing. Opened in 1921, the theater closed for 40 years before reopening in 1999, after careful restoration."

With the media home costing roughly $124,421, Americus is an ideal place for people to consider once they’ve left the workforce.

Jesup

WorldAtlas writes: "With a population of under 11,000 residents, the town of Jesup provides a quiet, relaxing lifestyle. Spend a weekend night at The Historic Strand Dinner Cinema. Originally opening in 1924, the building has history and charm, while still catering to today’s crowds. Watch new releases and old hits on the big screen, laid back in a recliner, and able to order food from your seat. For a different moving-going experience, visit the Jesup Drive-In."

The median home costs $195,537 in this small town where residents can feel comfortable, socially and financially.

Moultrie

WorldAtlas writes: "Moultrie residents should feel comfortable spending their days at their leisure without financial burdens. Spend those days at the sites around town, and start with a tour of the Museum of Colquitt County History. Featuring historic town artifacts, the museum houses items dating from the Civil War, as well as Native American memorabilia and a Colquitt County Sports Hall of Fame exhibit."

The town of Moultrie has a housing market with rates significantly lower than the state median, with a median home costing $165,826.

Statesboro

WorldAtlas writes: "The town has notable sites that can all be found at the campus of Georgia Southern University. Start with a stroll through The Botanic Garden at Georgia Southern University, and appreciate the tranquil retreat created there. Learn about flowers grown in the Southeastern Coastal Plain regions, planted across the 11.5 acres of curated landscapes. Historic structures and meditative spaces are also found within the garden."

With housing rates increasing ever so slightly from the median of $276,987, it would be a good time to settle down in the cozy college town of Statesboro, while the homes are still below the line.

Dalton

WorldAtlas writes: "Dalton offers multiple pleasurable opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. While some of the outdoor adventures might not be anything too extreme, they do offer peace and solitude. One of the more frequented parks in town is Haig Mill Lake Park. A 3.5-mile walking trail encompasses the park and includes stops of fishing piers, a dock for pushing off paddle boats and canoes, an amphitheater and more."

Dalton provides nothing short of varied entertainment. For a town with median home cost of $239,043, retirees can bask in all the offerings without financial woes.

Brunswick

WorldAtlas writes: "Enjoy views of the water and harbor at Mary Ross Waterfront Park. The Liberty Ship Memorial Plaza houses a scale model of the Liberty Ship, similar to those used during World War II, for visitors to study. Most weekends patrons can enjoy a farmers’ market in the plaza, or watch shrimp boats and oceangoing ships from around the world venture in and out of harbor."

Nestled on a peninsula with a natural harbor opening to the Atlantic Ocean, one might think the town of Brunswick comes with a hefty price tag. But with a home value median of $247,880, this coastal town offers a destination location for a fraction of the cost.

Winder

WorldAtlas writes: "Locals and visitors can learn a piece of the town’s history at the Barrow County Museum. Housed in the old county jail, built in 1914, the tour provides a glimpse of the hanging tower, jail cells, as well as non-jail-related exhibits, including a dedication to Senator Richard B. Russell, county history, and Fort Yargo. Additionally, a small monument to honor a once unknown Confederate soldier stands within the museum. For an outdoor saunter through Winder’s history, stroll the grounds at Fort Yargo State Park."

While Winder might be on the pricier side, home costs still fall below the state average. Estimating a median of $340,671, spending some time in this quaint town might have retirees desiring to call it home.