14. Louisiana
Median home price: $145,200
Health care costs: 6% below the national average
Tax friendly
In Louisiana, retirees do not have to pay taxes on social security income and public pensions while private pensions are partly taxed. Moreover, the state has the third lowest property tax rates which are 0,48%. Health care costs and costs of living are also below US’s average. Pelican State is a vibrant place with diverse culture, great cousin, and numerous festivals. The downsides of living in Louisiana include humid weather, so the state is not the best option for people with respiratory problems, and very high poverty and crime rates, especially in New Orleans.
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