Florida cities among best destinations for snowbirds

Vero Beach was ranked No. 5 best snowbird spot in the United States, according to StorageCafe, a storage facility search website.

The website analyzed 472 cities in the United States to find the best destinations for snowbirds. Six Florida cities were on the top 10 list.

In April 2026, Vero Beach and Port St. Lucie were among the top 10 safest cities for snowbirds, according to a Vivint study.

Is Vero Beach good for snowbirds?
According to the study, 65% of the vacant housing units in Vero Beach are for seasonal and recreational use. It is the second safest city and has the third best retail access among all the cities analyzed.

Vero Beach's walkability and golf courses were highlighted as well as the beaches and the Indian River Lagoon for swimming, boating, kayaking, and fishing. The study also mentions the Vero Beach Museum of Art and the Riverside Theatre as local institutions to visit.

Here are some statistics from the study:

Oct. - March average temperature: 67°
Vacant housing unit % for seasonal or renting use: 65%
Average apartment rent: $1,221
Median home price: $391,900
Golf courses: 16
Parks: 262

10 best snowbird spots in America
1: Winter Haven, Florida
2: Lakeland, Florida
3: McAllen, Texas
4: Mission, Texas
5: Vero Beach, Florida
6: Hollywood, Florida
7: Brownsville, Texas
8: Harlingen, Texas
9: Clearwater, Florida
10: Lake Wales, Florida

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