Best places to live on only a Social Security check

Nearly nine out of 10 people over the age of 65 in the U.S. receive Social Security benefits. And many count the monthly check as 90 percent or more of their retirement income. If you retire at age 62 this year, expect a maximum benefit of $2,153, though the national average is closer to $1,400 across all newly awarded recipients, according to the Motley Fool.

With average spending on groceries hitting $240, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and average national rent for a one-bedroom apartment sitting between $900 and $1,200, you may be wondering whether you can afford to live on Social Security benefits.

But fear not, it is possible to live on Social Security alone — you just need to know where to live.

Check out the top places below:

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