If you’re thinking about retiring abroad, you’re in good company. According to the Foreign Affairs Manual, more than 760,000 Americans received Social Security benefits while living outside the United States in 2024. (1) Must Read Furthermore, a survey by Western & Southern Financial Group suggests one in three Americans are considering joining them. (2) One of the main reasons is cost, as many countries offer a lower cost of living than the U.S. When you’re relying on Social Security as a main sourc ...