Stretching a paycheck, pension, or Social Security check is easier when you live in a place where housing, groceries, and utilities do not devour your budget. The following 15 small towns and compact ...

Qualifying cities for this study are on the East Coast with a total population of 5,000 (at least). The cost of necessities — a key factor for determining the cheapest cities — was calculated by ...

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