Stay away from the coast you need to be approximately 40-50 miles inland to minimize hurricane damage. Property insurance is insane currently I hope the state legislature can straighten that out soon. Home prices are still high, but I believe that's about to change. As far as schools go, I would look at the school system grading system, each county school system is graded, I am sure a little internet research you could find that. Cost of living is relatively low all areas post covid are struggling with that. Stay out of the large city's Sales tax is low, property tax is low. No income tax on individuals.
