Which state to live in?

It depends on what region you want to settle in. In the SW Texas is the only real option anymore. NW Wyoming or Idaho. SE I would look to TN or SC. (I'm in NC and like it but it's fast becoming overtaken by liberals). Upper MW area, the Dakotas. In New England..... I don't think there is much option left - maybe VT or NH?

Personally I would not move to the left coast (or it's new annex, Colorado) for any amount of money nor would I ever return to New England..