Best Countries for Retirees in North America (Under $2,000/month, 2026)

United States ranks #1 for retirees in North America with a budget of under $2,000/month, scoring 50/100 on a persona-weighted composite of the metrics that matter most for this lifestyle.

2 countries ranked

Country rankings

#1🇺🇸

United States

Score: 50/100
Cost of Living
14
Path to PR
50
Expat Satisfaction
22
View United States guideCanada vs United States
#2🇨🇦

Canada

Score: 48/100
Cost of Living
43
Path to PR
50
Expat Satisfaction
13
View Canada guideCanada vs United States

How we rank

Countries ranked by weighted composite score factoring visa accessibility, cost of living, salary potential, expat satisfaction, language requirements, and path to residency. Weights vary by persona.

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