1. Loja
IM Score: 30
Rent Cost: $235
Meal Cost: $3.00
Hospital to Population Ratio: 7,541
Temperature: 53/60°F
Rainy Days: 2/27
Sunny Days: 0/29
According to our sources, this entry on our list of best places to retire in Ecuador will be very friendly to your budget. Loja is considered to be Ecuador’s “music and arts capital”, and the city keeps up with the reputation by organizing cultural events all year round. If you are not so much into culture, then natural attractions will keep you entertained. One minor problem may be that Loja doesn’t have a big expat community. There you have it. From big mountain cities to small beach resorts, the list has everything. It is just up to you to choose which of these lifestyles suit you the best.
