People who are currently in frigid areas of the country: Do you see the appeal of living down South and have you ever considered it?

I am in the southern part of NY and it’s currently in the single digits here at present. As I get older, I find it harder to tolerate the cold.

I am not planning to move in any near future decade or so, as I have my family in this area, a good job in this area and we live in a great school district. However, I am seeing the appeal of living in a warmer area and I wouldn’t rule it out for retirement age.

If you are currently in a frigid area, have you ever pondered the appeal of living in a warmer area of the country? Would you consider it? Why or why not?