Top 8 cheapest states to live in US

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The 8 Least Expensive States to Live in the U.S.
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JUNE 28, 2013
After looking at the cheapest cities in the country to live, it only makes sense to determine which states have the lowest cost of living for Americans. With states such as California and Texas competing with each other for business and tourism, it’s time to have a competitive look at the states that make life less expensive.

The Bureau of Economic Analysis’s Regional Price Parity metric helps determine which states are more competitively priced than others in terms of cost of living. It’s important to note, though, that the RPP includes rent in its basket of priced goods, which can sometimes weigh heavily on the outcomes of expensive versus inexpensive. Now, here’s a look at the eight cheapest states in the union:


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8) Nebraska

Coming in at number eight is Nebraska. The Midwestern state has the second-lowest unemployment in the nation at 3.8 percent. Moreover, the RPP shows that the cost of goods and services there is 10.2 percent lower than the national average. The Cornhuskers pay a 5.5 percent sales tax, placing it in the middle of the pack, at twenty-eighth, when compared to other states. It fares slightly worse in property taxes, with residents paying 1.76 percent of their home’s value in tax.


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7) Kentucky

The Bluegrass State also turns out to be a relatively cheap place to call home. Kentucky residents enjoy paying 10.4 percent less for goods and services than the average American. The state also boasts some of the lowest property taxes in the nation, with homeowners only paying 0.72 percent of their home’s value in tax. Unfortunately, it makes up for that in sales tax, where it collects 6 percent from consumers in the marketplace. Unemployment in the state is also above the national average, with 8.1 percent of residents looking for work.

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6) Iowa

It’s the second Midwestern state on the list. Iowans enjoy a cost of living that is 10.6 percent below the national average. Employment is quite healthy in Iowa, where only 4.6 percent of residents are out of work. The state ranks in the middle of the sales tax burden by states, with a paid home-value rate of 1.29 percent. Its sales tax is tied with Kentucky’s at 6 percent.


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5) Arkansas

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Representing the first deep South state on the list, Arkansas enjoys a 10.8 percent discount on goods and services as compared to the nation. While unemployment is only slightly below the national average, the state’s property tax is among the cheapest in the nation: only 0.52 percent of home value is assessed for tax. Sales tax in Arkansas is on par with Iowa and Kentucky, coming in at 6 percent.


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4) Missouri

Missouri prices sit exactly 11 percent below the national average, so it’s a nice discount to those living there. The unemployment rate is a bit below the national average at 6.8 percent, while property taxes sit a bit higher than the previous few states, at 0.91 percent. The sales tax, though, is a bit more desirable, at 4.225 percent.



3) Mississippi

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The cost of living is quite cheap in the state, where goods and services paid are 11.3 percent below the national average. Unfortunately for Mississippi, its unemployment rate is the second highest in the nation; 9.1 percent of its residents are looking for work. The states makes up for that with a desirable property tax of 0.52 percent, but offsets its low property tax with the second-highest sales tax in the country at 7 percent. A mixed bag, despite the favorable RPP.


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2) North Dakota

North Dakota is the second-best state on the list for RPP, a feature that might cause some rivalry between it and the winner. In North Dakota, prices are 11.3 percent below what the average American pays, and the property tax is 1.45 percent, placing it exactly in the middle of all 50 states. But its unemployment is the lowest in the U.S., at only 3.2 percent. Sales tax is a reasonable 5 percent, making the overall prospect of living in North Dakota rather lucrative for those interested in value.


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1) And the winner is…

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South Dakota! The state is home to the lowest prices in the country, at 13 percent below the national average. It also has the third lowest unemployment at 4 percent. Property taxes are better than average at 1.28 percent, and the sales tax is a bargain at 4 percent. So, congratulations to South Dakota for being the cheapest state in America to live!


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Property tax figures used are from the Tax Foundation and represent the aggregate rates from 2004 to 2009. Sales tax numbers are the most recent statewide figures, also from the Tax Foundation, and do not factor in local taxes.

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[FWS]

3) Mississippi

The only state on the list that would be acceptable for parts of the year, as long as you had a home near the Gulf of Mexico. Preferably on a bayou with a new construction home built to withstand hurricanes and a dock for the boats.

Gig some flounder,



Catch some redfish,



And some blue crabs,



Shrimp,



Gulf oysters,



Yellowfin tuna offshore,

[trappincoyotes39]

Dakota's ,Iowa ,Nebraska,Missouri all boarder neighbors all,on the list.

[FWS]

Dakota's ,Iowa ,Nebraska,Missouri

And all with fewer outdoor opportunities.............

[FWS]

And let's not forget that you'll find an actual food culture on the Gulf Coast of Mississippi.

[trappincoyotes39]

We have food culture in the Midwest as well, revolves around the livestock raised, no different than other areas. A Sunday roast has been standard fair in midwest homes for many years. Same with roasted chicken mashed potatoes and gravy and other foods. many people in the Midwest had a lard bucket years ago used for cooking lard was rendered when the butchering took place.

Plenty of outdoor opportunities for people just ones that differ from other areas. I just had some awsome catfish yesterday for supper. Frog season will open at the end of this month, grilled frog legs will soon be cooking. many people are happy with river ,lake and pond fair for food. But we have been over this already, the fact remains the best bang for your pocket book is found,living in the Midwest.


1 GEOGRAPHIC SETTING AND ENVIRONMENT



The Midwest region of the United States consists of the states in the center of the country, east of the Rocky Mountains. States considered part of the Midwest are North and South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Missouri, and Illinois. The combined population of these states is over 28 million. (Sometimes the states just east of these—Indiana, Ohio, and Michigan, are also included when describing the Midwest.) The area is known for its plains, which are long stretches of grasslands. Historically, many tornados have touched down in the region, due to the flatness of the land and the area's climate. In Kansas, tornados are considered to be a fact of life. Dodge City, Kansas, is said to be the windiest city in the United States, with an average wind speed of 14 miles per hour. However, the Midwestern states are not solely made up of flatlands. Many states have natural and artificial lakes and streams. In fact, Minnesota has over 10,000 lakes.

Midwestern climate is highly changeable, according to season and state. The winters are generally snowy and cold, averaging around 10° F . Springs are mild, with temperatures around 70° F . Summers are hot, averaging around 80° F , and fall temperatures taper down to around 40° F to 50° F .

The climate and terrain of the Midwest are perfect for cultivating crops. The Midwest is commonly called the "breadbasket of America." Kansas is known as the Wheat State, Iowa's most famous crop is corn, and Nebraska is known as the Cornhusker State.

2 HISTORY AND FOOD

The Midwest region of the United States has many cultural influences in its cooking. Over the decades, people including Germans, British, Italian, Hungarians, and Scandinavians immigrated to the Midwestern


United States and made it their home. In the early 1700s, the Germans started to arrive and brought beer, sauerkraut, and sausages. They also introduced the tradition of serving meals family style—meats, relishes, soups, vegetables, and pies were set on the table all at one time. The British arrived in the late 1700s and brought pasties (PASS-tees), or meat pies, bread pudding, and roasts with potatoes. The Italians brought pastas and native cheeses, and the Hungarians brought goulash. Lefse (potato bread) and meatballs were introduced by the Scandinavians.
Bread Pudding

Ingredients

2 teaspoons shortening
5 slices day-old bread, cubed
½ cup raisins
4 eggs
2 cups milk
⅓ cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
Procedure

Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Grease a small casserole or 8-inch square baking dish with shortening.
Place the bread cubes and raisins in a mixing bowl and gently mix. Pour into baking dish.
In the same mixing bowl, combine the eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla. Stir well.
Pour the mixture over the bread cubes and raisins.
Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean.
Serve warm or chilled.
Makes 4 servings.

3 FOODS OF THE MIDWEST

Foods of the Midwest are considered to be simple and hearty. Dairy products, such as milk, cheese, and eggs, are common ingredients in Midwest cooking. Main dishes may include roasts, stews, and dishes made from trout and whitefish. Rice is used in many side dishes and desserts. Wheat bread and cornbread typically accompany meals. Seasoning with spices is generally mild, and fresh herbs such as dill, parsley, and sage may be used to flavor a dish.

The Midwest is famous for its long stretches of grasslands. Corn (Iowa's most famous crop), apples, wheat, and potatoes are some examples of staple crops. Beef, pork, and poultry are produced in many Midwestern states, and trout, bass, and walleye are just a few examples of fish found in Minnesota's 10,000 lakes.

Many Midwestern foods are based on the season. In summer months (around May to August), picnic foods such as deviled eggs (Indiana is a leading state in egg production), potato and pasta salads, and fresh fruits are enjoyed. Winters once forced cooks to find methods such as smoking, pickling, and canning, to preserve food. Meatloaf (made with ground beef and breadcrumbs), chicken and noodles, and chili (a thick beef and bean stew) are hearty foods to keep people warm and full during the harsh winter weather.

Midwestern Chili

Ingredients

4 medium onions, chopped
3 garlic cloves, crushed
¼ cup vegetable or olive oil
1 teaspoon oregano
2 bay leaves, crumbled
2 pounds ground beef
¼ cup chili powder (4 Tablespoons)
1 can (28-ounce) chopped tomatoes, do not drain
2 cans (20 ounces each) red kidney beans (do not drain)
2 teaspoons salt
3 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
Procedure

In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat.
Add chopped onions and garlic. Sauté onions and garlic until golden, about 10 minutes.
Add oregano, bay leaves, and beef, and cook until beef is no longer pink.
Add 2 Tablespoons of the chili powder, tomatoes, and kidney beans.
Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, about 1 hour.
Add remaining chili powder and salt, vinegar, and red pepper flakes.
Simmer for an additional 15 minutes. Serve hot.
Makes 10 to 12 servings.

The city of Cincinnati, Ohio, located in the southern part of the state, and bordering the Ohio River, is famous for its unique chili, which may include such ingredients as allspice, cinnamon, or cloves, and sometimes even chocolate. Cincinnati-style chili is usually served as a topping over a bowl of spaghetti.

A typical Midwestern meal is considered "all-American." It might be roast beef, grilled steak, hamburgers, or meat loaf accompanied by potatoes (mashed or baked), green beans, corn on the cob, and apple pie for dessert. Kansas City, Missouri, is a leading producer of beef cattle and famous for its steaks. Other Midwestern favorites are chicken potpie (a creamy stew of chicken and vegetables baked in a pastry crust), potato salad, wild rice soup, and corn relish. Corn relish is made from fresh yellow corn, vinegar, and sugar, and is flavored with red peppers, onion, and celery. It is usually served with grilled or roasted meat.


Candied apples—apples on sticks dipped into a sugary red or caramel coating—are a favorite fall treat, and are a common sight at county fairs and fall festivals across the Midwest.
Cory Langley
Deviled Eggs

Ingredients

6 hard boiled eggs
2 Tablespoons mayonnaise
½ teaspoon dry mustard
Paprika
Procedure

Fill a large saucepan about half full with water. Add eggs.
Bring the water to a boil. Lower heat and simmer eggs for 15 minutes.
Drain eggs. Run cold water into the pan to cool the eggs. Drain and allow eggs to cool completely.
Carefully peel the eggs and cut in half, lengthwise.
Remove the egg yolks and mash them together in a small mixing bowl.
Stir in mayonnaise and dry mustard.
Spoon yolk mixture into the halved eggs and sprinkle with the paprika.
Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Serves 8 to 12.

Corn on the Cob

Ingredients

6 ears of corn
Salt and pepper, to taste
Butter or margarine
Procedure

Remove the husk from the corn.
Fill a large pot about half full of water.
Bring to a boil and add the corn.
Boil over high heat until corn is cooked, about 15 minutes.
Remove from the water and rub butter or margarine over the corn.
Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
Serves 6.

4 FOOD FOR RELIGIOUS AND HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS

Christian religions dominate in the Midwest, with Christmas and Easter being the main holidays. These holidays are celebrated in generally the same way as the rest of the United States; it is a time for families to get together and visit and eat. Roasted ham or turkey is a common main course. A variety of vegetables may be served, such as potatoes, carrots, green beans, or corn. Depending on family traditions, gifts are exchanged Christmas Eve or Christmas day. Children may hunt for colored Easter eggs on Easter, go to church, and eat candy from baskets given to them by the Easter Bunny.

There are many non-religious holidays and festivals celebrated in the Midwest. Thanksgiving Day, a national holiday, commemorates the feast held between the Pilgrims and Wampanoag Indians in 1621. Midwesterners, as most Americans, celebrate Thanksgiving with a menu that typically includes turkey and stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberries, green bean casserole, rolls, and a variety of pies, such as pumpkin pie. Television sets are usually tuned to Thanksgiving parades in the morning and football in the afternoon.

Green Bean Casserole

Ingredients

¾ cup milk
1 can cream of mushroom soup
2 packages frozen cut green beans, thawed
1⅓ cups french fried onions (canned)
Procedure

Preheat oven to 350° F .
Combine all ingredients except ⅔ cup french fried onions in a casserole dish.
Bake 30 minutes.
Stir, then top with remaining ⅔ cup french fried onions.
Serves 6.

Food festivals are very popular in the Midwest. In early July, St. Paul (Minnesota's capital) celebrates the Taste of Minnesota Food Festival. Food stands feature roasted corn on the cob, deep-fried walleye, corn dogs, barbeque ribs and chicken, and a variety of soft drinks and beer. The festival lasts for one week and ends each night with fireworks.

The Potato Bowl festival is celebrated in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Its main attraction is free french fries. In 1999, over 3,840 pounds of potatoes were used. Activities for children included art projects, face painting, a bean bag toss, and making handprints. An estimated 3.6 million people attended the annual week-long Taste of Chicago festival in 2001. Each year, this big event attracts nearly 70 of the area's finest restaurants, as well as well-known musical acts. It is one of Illinois' top tourist attractions. Milwaukee's Summerfest, similar to the Taste of Chicago, offers visitors a variety of the area's best cuisine and musical entertainment.

5 MEALTIME CUSTOMS

Midwestern people, like many other people in the United States, usually eat three meals a day and snacks throughout.

Breakfast may be hearty, with bacon, sausage, eggs, toast or biscuits, grits or oatmeal, and coffee, or a simple doughnut or cinnamon roll with coffee.

Lunch is usually a light meal, with dinner being the main meal of the day. Lunch may be a sandwich (such as a reuben), a salad, or soup. A hamburger and french fries may be a quick lunch picked up at a fast food restaurant. Students may buy lunch at the school cafeteria, or carry a lunch, made at home, in a brown bag. Barbequed pork sandwiches, chicken nuggets, and hamburgers may be on a typical school cafeteria menu, while a sandwich, potato chips, and fruit may be brought from home.

Snacks eaten in the Midwest are similar to the rest of the United States, and may include potato chips, crackers, carmel corn, and candy.

Reuben Sandwich

Ingredients

Cooking spray
12 slices rye bread
¾ cup Russian or Thousand Island dressing
18 slices cooked corned beef
1 cup sauerkraut
12 slices swiss cheese
Procedure

Preheat the oven broiler.
Spray a broiler pan with the cooking spray.
On 6 of the bread slices, place 3 slices of corned beef, a heaping Tablespoon of sauerkraut, and 2 slices of cheese.
Place in the pan.
Place the other 6 slices in the pan to toast.
Place the pan under the broiler.
Wait until the cheese is melted and bread slices are lightly toasted, about 2 minutes.
Spread the bread slices with the dressing and place on top of the other sandwich half.
Cut in half and serve.
Makes 6 sandwiches.

Caramel Corn

Ingredients

8 cups popped corn
1 cup butter (2 sticks)
1 cup brown sugar, packed
½ cup corn syrup
1 teaspoon baking soda
Procedure

Preheat oven to 250° F .
Place the popped corn in a large roasting pan.
Place the butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and baking soda into a large saucepan. (The baking soda will cause the mixture to foam, so an oversized saucepan is needed.)
Heat the butter-sugar (caramel) mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly.
Remove saucepan from heat and allow to cool about 5 minutes.
Pour caramel mixture over popcorn and stir until mixed.
Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
Remove pan from oven and pour onto wax paper.
Allow to cool slightly, and break apart.
Serves about 6.

Dinnertime is usually the time when family members gather to eat and talk about their day. Large dinners are traditionally cooked on Sundays. Dinner, or supper, usually consists of meat, such as beef, chicken, or pork chops, a vegetable (or vegetable casserole) such as corn, green beans, or carrots, and a starch, such as potatoes, rice, or noodles. Baked beans may also be eaten.

Cornhusker's Casserole

Ingredients

1 can (14½ ounces) yellow or white hominy (found in supermarkets), drained and patted dry
2 cups canned corn, drained and patted dry
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
4 eggs, beaten
2 cups milk
2 Tablespoons flour
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and ground red pepper, to taste
Procedure

Preheat oven to 350° F .
Combine hominy and corn in a greased 2-quart casserole dish. Top with cheese.
In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs, milk, flour, and garlic.
Season with salt and red pepper.
Pour mixture over hominy and corn mixture.
Bake 50 to 55 minutes, or until inserted knife comes out clean.
Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Makes 6 to 8 servings.

Dinner is most often eaten at home, but may also be eaten at a "sit-down" restaurant, where diners are waited on, or at a fast food restaurant. The list of fast food restaurants is endless, offering a wide variety of foods. McDonald's offers its regular fare of sandwiches and fries, along with some regional dishes. In the Midwest, for example, grits are on the breakfast menu. Kansas City, Missouri, is known for its beef cattle and its streets are lined with steak restaurants. Chicago is famous for its deep-dish pizza, which was first made there in 1943. It is baked in a deep dish, so the sides of the crust hold in more cheese and toppings than a thin-crust pizza.

Midwestern Pork Chop Dinner

Ingredients

6 pork chops
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
4 cups potatoes, peeled and sliced
2 cups carrots, sliced
2 cups onions, sliced
1½ teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon marjoram
2 cups milk
Procedure

Preheat oven to 350° F .
Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium to high heat.
Add pork chops and brown both sides. Season with salt and pepper.
In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, carrots, onion, salt, marjoram and pepper.
Mix lightly and place mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Pour milk over potato mixture and top with browned pork chops.
Cover baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 1½ hours, or until pork chops and vegetables are very tender.
Serves 6.

6 POLITICS, ECONOMICS, AND NUTRITION

In general, people of the Midwest receive adequate nutrition. The foods they eat come from the land and are plentiful. A variety of crops, such as corn, potatoes, and wheat are grown, and cattle and poultry are raised in abundance. These foods supply not only the Midwest, but also the rest of the United States and abroad. These natural resources contribute to the United States being among the world's leading exporters of wheat and corn. For those who cannot afford it, the United States government provides money to pay for school lunches and nutrition programs.



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[FWS]

We have food culture in the Midwest as well,

Green Bean Casserole

Corn on the Cob

You really need to spend some time in South Louisiana/New Orleans to really understand why I'm laughing.

Plenty of outdoor opportunities for people just ones that differ from other areas.

But nowhere near enough for many of us who've become accustomed to great diversity in outdoor opportunities.

the fact remains the best bang for your pocket book is found,living in the Midwest.

It would only be a 'fact' to those who are satisfied by fewer outdoor opportunities and could suffer through the long, cold winters and blistering hot summers with humidity thick enough to cut slices of it.

[trappincoyotes39]

FWS you can laugh,but to say that midwest has no food culture is well wrong. It is different than other areas but it is still there. Chislic is something not found everywhere but most South Dakotans know it well and is offered on many menus.

You talk about humidity New Orleans doesn't have that Now you know why I am laughing.

The humidity never really bothers me much. Western SD has lower humidity levels than the norm for sure.

Midwestern people enjoy the diversity we have, so that is all that matters to us. You need the ocean to be happy millions of others do not simple really.

[FWS]

but to say that midwest has no food culture is well wrong.

Not really, not much of note that is specific to the region.

You talk about humidity New Orleans doesn't have that

I'm not telling you to live there.....................

Just visit and scarf down the food.

Midwestern people enjoy the diversity we have

Well not really.................... Otherwise we wouldn't hear such yowling over nonresident trapping or hear terms liked 'striped whistlers' used to describe Iowans.

You need the ocean to be happy

And lots of quail, and waterfowl, on lots of public lands, along with black bears and many other species.

[thorsmightyhammer]

Who cares?

[FWS]

Who cares?

Well I do, if you're gonna travel somewhere the food has to be good. Otherwise the trip is gonna suck.

[exmatador]

If I wanted ocean fish, plenty of fast food fish around.. Not that I didn't used to enjoy a variety of seafood.. Plenty of big game and birds in the Midwest.. Actually cant wait till dove season.. Most of our protein comes from wild game other than chicken we raise.... Oh ya and most Midwest states can use any traps they want......

[FWS]

Most of our protein comes from wild game

Wouldn't you like to have a greater variety of species to hunt and fish for and eat though ?

Like maybe a nice fat black bear, some feral pigs, and a lot more quail.

And not be allergic to fish or shellfish and have them available to you in great variety and abundance ?

[trappincoyotes39]

FWS ok?

To your last question NO I do not need seafood to sustain myself period.

Or quail for that matter. Though Missouri stills has some quail left.

If I want bear I can go to Minnesota with a NR tag. And still have money left over from living in a state with lower cost.

[trappnman]

lets see- Midwest, healthiest, happiest, easiest on pocketbook-

thank God our winters keep the weak of heart away, or everyone would be living here

[FWS]

To your last question NO I do not need seafood to sustain myself period.

Hey, you're the one that listed Mississippi, I'm just pointing out what would be available there for those of us who are outdoor enthusiasts who like to catch and eat living wild organisms.

And we already know you can't sustain yourself off of fish, you don't really like "fish".

Plenty of supermarkets in your area to sustain yourself based on your cultural food preferences with ingredients developed by other cultures and mostly produced elsewhere.

Or quail for that matter.

Too bad, quail provide one of the finest pure hunting experiences you'll get. And they're damn good eating.

If I want bear I can go to Minnesota with a NR tag.

Why not ID or MT ? Over the counter tags, fall or spring seasons, spot and stalk or calling in rugged country with much of it being USFS lands.

And still have money left over from living in a state with lower cost.

Kinda depends on where one chooses to live in a particular state and what their lifestyle is. If you really value the outdoors and like to hunt and fish, for many species year round the areas you list are not so good.

[trappincoyotes39]

FWS Imposted the list not made by me LOL.

FWS I like fish you got me mixed up with others, but I like what I can catch like catfish, crappie, walleye,saugers, yellow perch,frog legs and snapping turtle. Plenty for me and my family to choose from as far as fish goes.Smoked catfish is great stuff.

I have hunted quail in SE Iowa quail are ok but doesn't really make me or break me. take them or leave them same with pheasant I have shot enough of them in my life fun for a few days then I get bored. Trapping and calling drive me and I have liberal laws to do such where I have and do live. Don't forget I lived in 2 of the best states for ring necks most of my life.

Any of those states would do for bear the point is I do not need to live in a high tax state and higher cost of living to shoot a bear. bear again nothing I NEED to eat yearly.

Overall,the states listed are cheapest to live than any other take it for what it is worth, the POINT this California doesn't make the list nor would NY tot many other coastal states for that matter.

I can hunt small game like squirrels for many months out of a year. I can fish 12 months put of a year. In Sd we had no closed season on many species like coyotes!fox,coons,muskrats,beaver , shoot prairie dogs most of the year and fish all year long. Deer season are long and liberal and many options to hunt with to choose from.

Endless? Nope but I do not need endless nor do I have the time for endless. I have other things as well to do. As do most Americans today.

Your a broken record you choose to live in California fine but it isn't all roses you pay for it in many ways the Midwest doesn't as much.

Nothing like a good Dakota blizzard to bring family and friends closer

[exmatador]

Can a person kill a Mt. Lion in Cali?? Year round here with permit.. Cost $15.00.. Plus stamps..

Sure wish I could eat fish..Caught the heck out of pike in Mn two weeks ago.... That there is my fish of choice.. But I did like ocean fish..

[trappincoyotes39]

No mt lions in California they are a protected species. . In South Dakota you could kill a lion each year and the price was right as well.

[exmatador]

Can you use foothold traps is Cali? Maybe the state wouldn't be so bad is the cut it in half.. Kooks in the south.. Beautiful state for sure.. Hell I was born there.. Visited it many times.. Could really give two chitts less to EVER go back... Yes I still have a lot of family there.. Don't have go there as they come to Nebraska to visit.. They like to get out of there every so often.. I'll take Nebraska and footholds and pretty coyotes and triangle coon any day..

I do like cages for bobcats though!