[jameson]

Consider housing price and state tax as well

[georgeecollins]

And don't forget the strict laws that prevent people from leaving and require them to complain instead.

[kg]

As someone who moved out of California a few years ago I assure you that it is exceedingly easy to move to a different state, assuming you have the money to move at all.

[Take8435]

Sure. A state where housing is dirt cheap and no taxes is great, but if something happens to you, good luck finding a hospital or municipal services. Job prospects are also something to consider.

Just because houses cost more and there's a state tax, doesn't mean it's _bad_.