Retiring in St. Simons Island, Georgia

Overview

Low-key barrier-island living with golf and marsh views, quieter than Hilton Head.

Home Price

Homes in St. Simons Island typically range from $242k to $436k.

Source: Zillow Home Value Index. Estimates only — verify current pricing before making decisions.

Cost of Living

St. Simons Island's cost of living index is 89.9 compared to a U.S. national average of 100.

Geography & Landscape

Healthcare

Healthcare access and quality index: 63/100 (HomeAfterWork healthcare index — County Health Rankings + CMS Care Compare, local-adjusted from the U.S. national baseline).

Safety & Stability

St. Simons Island scores a safety index of 85.0/100, based on sourced crime and stability data.

Lifestyle & Activities

Outdoor activities:

• Golf
• Boating / kayaking
• Fishing
• Tennis / racquet sports
• Gardening
• Nature / bird watching

Culture & lifestyle:

• Golf
• Food culture

Things to Consider

• Limited nightlife/culture
• Hurricane exposure