Advertisement

19. North Carolina

North Carolina has a little bit of something for everybody. The state has mountains, an extensive coastline, small towns, big cities, and great weather. In terms of population, there are around 10.7 million people within the state's borders, of whom 1.8 million are 65 or older. Sales tax is 4.75%, and the cost of living is relatively low when compared to a lot of other places (depending on where you're at). However, there are also some drawbacks.

Wikimedia Commons

Average incomes aren't the highest in the state, so it could be difficult to make a lot of money working if you plan on keeping yourself busy after retirement.