5 Best Places to Retire in Illinois

3. Springfield

Insider Monkey Score: 91

Livability: 81

Cost of Living Index: 78.4

Median House Price: $140,000

Our third pick is Illinois’ state capital – Springfield. Illinois’ largest city, Springfield carries rich political and historical ties. The city is best known for being President Obama’s place of stay during the start of his political career and also for being the home of President Abraham Lincoln. Residents can visit the Lincoln Home National Historic Site, the Illinois State Museum, the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, and the Washington Park Botanical Garden, among others.