Top 10 States to Live in the United States 2024 (Why They're Best)

[@roooo8327]

I'm not American, never been to the US, and still, for some reason, I love watching every single Brigg's videos 🤔

[@Andrewtate-te9cp]

Same I’m Australian

[@b.cdrisk2035]

So be the Briggs of your country

[@alteshaus5627]

Was 3x in the US and since the First visit I watch Brigg's Videos 😊

[@tonpetitami]

Just thank your lucky stars that you don't live in that worn-torn corruption-infested crumbling third-world country 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@DrinkableMeat]

Regional differences in america are always interesting! It’s a big country

[@AliciaandChili]

I live in Utah and everytime I have moved to another state about 6 times .i always end up coming back home for the mountains,stars,sun,seasons,work,healthcare ,schools,activities,phenomenal sunsets ,safety

[@SusanYINGLING-ho4dp]

@@AliciaandChili Utah nice weather could be rough but a little bit of taxes

[@GThornton1995]

My wife and I lived in Utah and absolutely loved it, we left last year when I got a new job, but we missed it so much that we are already planning on moving back this year.

[@robertmorrison4466]

Utah is very good. Lived there my whole life and it’s great

[@jeffspicoli5399]

I was born here in Utah and I will die here in Utah . It's my home and there's nowhere else really like it.

[@pamela.hope3636]

Does it has good job over there and how's the rent

[@_mids]

@@pamela.hope36361400 for a 2 bedroom 😢

[@ruthannlangley3258]

I was born and raised in Utah but I had an incident happened to me a couple weeks ago while I was visiting​​⁠@@jeffspicoli5399 I’m still upset and saddened and just had to share this ! I was born in this state and raised in this Area from , to Ogden, to Hurricane in my youth. I always felt the people in Utah were kind and considerate, but I found out the opposite! I am visiting here from Oklahoma and I’m so used to the kind of nature of their ways! I had an experience today that blew my mind! since I haven’t lived in Utah for many years I felt they were the same people as when I was a kid, but not so! We had an experience in Centerville today that I could not believe. I have never ate in an In-N-Out Burger so we decided to pull in the drive-through as you go in the parking lot it looks like there’s two lanes there’s two arrows so we took the empty lane, but when we got to the curve we noticed we had made a mistake.we though people would be kind enough to let us through! like I would have done! that Is the Southren way , but to my amazement they we’re mouthy rude and some were pure mean and nasty ! What has become to my beloved Utah! the people I loved . Ruth Ann Langley

[@TaipanTex]

Lifelong Texan (68 years) and went to New Hampshire for the first time last year. Just fell in love with that state. Loved everything about it. White Mountains just blew me away. People just awesome!

[@C3Voyage]

Just left there from a visit with family. Lived there also as a kid. Visit again November until April then tell me what you think. That's half of your life every year by the way. Also, native Texan just a bit younger than you. Vermont is about the same, Green Mountains and all. I find the people about the same as Texas.

[@michaelphillips2079]

I would love New Hampshire or Vermont if they didn't lean so far left politically. I guess it's easy for a population of White liberals who are insulated from reality to have sanctimonious ideas about social issues.

[@jh2519]

@@michaelphillips2079it’s mostly southern New Hampshire that leans left. Northern is more libertarian or conservative.

[@jstravelers4094]

​@@michaelphillips2079The people are what makes a place great. You've been brainwashed by right-wing-nut media. There's so much you don't understand.

[@wholeNwon]

@@michaelphillips2079 Yup, you should definitely stay where you're comfortable.

[@josephgarner94]

I like how you end every video by telling everyone to be nice to each other. It’s so simple yet so hard for so many of us to actually do 😅.

[@andybeckett4340]

Reporting you for being a jerk

[@RedShipsofSpainAgain]

Being nice to each other sounds great and in theory we'd all be nice. But the reality is we live in a world of scarcity. That scarcity breeds competition for limited resources. See: every conflict in the middle east for oil resources, or even your 17 fellow office mates all competing for that 1 promotion at work. Or the 20 couples all trying to buy that one house. Point is there are plenty of reasons to not be nice to each other if you want to get what you want in life. So let's not make these idealistic blanket statements of "Let's everyone just be nice to each other." I'm sorry, but Mother Nature doesn't work that way, and people stop being nice real quick when they discover someone else has something that they also want.

[@thekingofmovies193]

​@@RedShipsofSpainAgainSo because "Grown up" people can't get what they want because it goes to someone else, they start acting like children?

[@paulakpacente]

Civility is gone.

[@assassin8636]

​@RedShipsofSpainAgain it's not that deep

[@robertzamora5201]

Maybe a added factor in these videos could be cost of living or poverty rate . Love the channel & the variety of showing small towns to big cities. Hope everyone finds a happy moment in their day & stays safe .

[@judichristophersen7238]

Florida has sharks alligators snakes I wish I never moved here

[@RobertZemeckis2025]

@@judichristophersen7238 are you lefty go to CA

[@stewart5284]

​@@judichristophersen7238Duh! You didn't know that before you moved there? Hot weather, water, swamps attract those things. I don't like all the bugs!

[@athos1974]

It really depends on what stage of life you are on, that will determine which state would be best for you. If you are a recent college graduate, you want a high paying job, to help pay off those college loans. When you are young, you can easily put up with a lot. If you are middle age, you want a place where you can enjoy your personal time. You want good schools and a safe environment for your kids. When you are old, you want the cheapest cost of living. And good healthcare. When I was in my twenties, I wanted to live in Nevada (Las Vegas) so I could party and work. Now that I am middle aged, I live in a state (Virginia) that has great outdoor activities. Someday, when I am old, I will live elsewhere.

[@kingquan3826]

Precisely. I’m in my late 20s and I’m stuck in between Florida; partying and starting my business and Texas; Planning ahead for my family.

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

@@kingquan3826Can’t go wrong with either state, but Texas offers a lower cost of living and somewhat higher pay.

[@kingquan3826]

@@AKZbinChannelwithNoName imo Texas is where I need to be. I have family and friends there. Amazing people. I don’t understand how it didn’t make this list to be honest

[@thullraven1]

Spot on! As a retiree with residual income I couldn't care less about jobs and schools but I do care about healthcare, cost of living, and crime rates.

[@thullraven1]

@@kingquan3826 Just understand the cost of housing has gotten a lot higher because of the huge influx and Texas doesn't have an income tax but they punish homeowners with the 6th or 7th highest property tax rates in the country.

[@Dysert91]

I just moved to Nebraska (from Utah, too many people flooding into the sate). You are spot on about it! If you're looking for a quiet life, this is the place to be.

[@jstravelers4094]

Nebraska sucks. I have spent lots of time there.

[@Dysert91]

@@jstravelers4094 it's matter of personal preference. You don't like it, I do. I'm not mad that you think it sucks. Keeps the population down. :)

[@sandyguthrie342]

We have been thinking of moving to the Omaha area from NJ. It would be a big move for us but I like that Omaha seems to have a lot going for it yet there seems to be a lot of wide open spaces which NJ does not have!

[@jstravelers4094]

@@sandyguthrie342 Kansas is even more wide open and flat. You can watch your dog run away for hours. I used to make fun of New Jersey before I spent much time there. The state actually is interesting.

[@sandyguthrie342]

@@jstravelers4094 I am not far from the beach in central NJ. For people who have never been, they picture NJ like right outside Newark where the airport is. NJ is actually very diverse in land. There are beaches, ski areas, farmland and lots and lots of parks. I love it but the taxes and high cost of living are making us think relocate.

[@dbrew2u]

Any State Not making this list should let out a huge sigh of relief .

[@rahkinrah1963]

Yeah. "Thanks" Briggs.

[@toshikomcmillin3805]

😂😂👍🤣

[@MaryMuhammad-ji6ly]

Atlanta Georgia grate. People low rent

[@professionalpookie]

​@@MaryMuhammad-ji6ly what about Lenox Mall???

[@jeanaachs1451]

What about Ohio it's fabulous here

[@JoshRaudales]

I am not surprised that Utah is number one! The state is booming! There are jobs anywhere! Business are growing like crazy! There is construction everywhere for apartments, Homes, building developments. The national parks are a gems! Such a beauty to go camping and spend time with family!

[@davidbarr8394]

My father called Utah the biggest litter box in North America. I go with Nevada.

[@markr.1984]

"There is construction everywhere for apartments, Homes, building developments." You think those are good things? I used to be able to drive in Utah without it taking a half hour to go a mile. Who are you? There is help available at mental institutions. LOL...

[@Rickywwx]

@@markr.1984 It always makes me laugh when ppl complain about traffic in UT when comparing it with other places. How much have you driven in SoCal, the Bay area, or Seattle?

[@Rickywwx]

@@davidbarr8394 Bc UT has a lot of sand? Bc animals poop there? Guilty on both counts. You need to give some context on your father's quote or it makes zero sense. Is he saying UT is dirty? Bc that doesn't track with reality.

[@marknewton6984]

F. Utah

[@danwei999]

I grew up in Wisconsin and it will always have a special place in my heart. The population is spread out across the state, so you have all kinds of towns and cities to choose from. If you want to live in a rural area, but need access to good healthcare and education, Wisconsin is a good choice.

[@MichiganUSASingaporeSEAsia]

Agree

[@jimmer1047]

Lotta nutjobs in Madison?

[@feliciafelicia6965]

I grew up in Wisconsin as well. It just isn't what it used to be. It's gone downhill since when I grew up there.

[@DENVEROUTDOORMAN]

ENTIRE MIDWEST sucks boring flat

[@keithallen3119]

As a transplant to WI for work I found it to be not welcoming to folks not from there, as did my neighbor who was from another area. If you didn't grow up there, like most of the commentors say they did, it wasn't very open. I've lived in 4 states and WI was the least open to non-native folks. People were surface nice. Also the weather, way too cold for too long. MKE is considered one of the most segeregated cities, not a good situation. Property taxes are considerable as well compared to other places although the housing cost otherwise was reasonable.

[@SharonP64]

I live in San Diego, CA. Love CA! I have lived all over the East Coast, Idaho, Texas and Colorado with my military husband. It’s not always about cost. SD is the perfect place if you love the beach, mountains, food, culture, entertainment and perfect weather 🌴☀️🌊

[@Mike232-j2p]

You're joking rite you got to be a liberal and it is about cost and crime and illegals

[@kellyhafdell9849]

We need to get a Republican Governor to fix this mess. Then it will be nice.

[@SusanYINGLING-ho4dp]

Not me to expensive taxes are crazy

[@GabriellaDiSantAngelo]

@@kellyhafdell9849well said I fully agree . Trump 2024 🇺🇸❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏

[@pugguy02]

@@GabriellaDiSantAngelooh hell nah

[@IVANREYES305r]

Hello Briggs, my name is Ivan I’m 21 years old, born and raised in Miami. I’ve been watching your videos for about two years now. A month or two before I turned 21 I packed my bags, my car and dog, and moved to Utah in March of 2023, because I saw a video that you posted similar to this one declaring Utah is a great place to move to. After seeing it firsthand, I have to say you are absolutely correct.

[@ivanwoodworth4958]

My name is Ivan too! Never met another one. And I too have a 69 fastback Mustang.

[@dsuttajit]

I was in Florida last September and the rental car guy at Tampa Airport said a lot of young Floridians that were born and raised and graduated colleges in Florida moved to Colorado because of better pay. I guess some young Floridians are also moving to Utah.

[@Jesus_Christ_loves_you_alot]

@@ivanwoodworth4958 Go to Russia lol. There's so many Ivans.

[@chasethehistorian2003]

Florida is not great is over priced over crowded and overrated

[@Grindtone603]

I moved to Florida in 2022 and I'm leaving in 2024. The cost of living is when it comes to housing and car insurance is insane in central Florida.

[@Nottmasterpo]

Same!

[@wisleyorlando]

Same!

[@mikegarcia7986]

I went to Florida once...once was enough! Santa in a speedo in a sleigh being pulled by Eight pink flamingoes!! Nope...not happening

[@judichristophersen7238]

Yes Florida is bad I hate it here! Too hot!!!!! Lots of bugs and sharks, alligators, crocodiles snakes I’ve had two poisonous ones in my backyard and I live close to Orlando lots of floods crimes r high. Very hard to meet people they don’t stay very long!

[@CaptainFALKEN]

I like the weather in Florida, but not the population. I couldn't park anywhere. And I had to go through ghetto birmingham twice. Trees falling down constantly.

[@TheLegalEconNerd]

I live in florida, It sucks. The crime, hurricanes, humidity, and the housing costs are tripled. I went to school in Florida and it put me back a lot in college and I couldn’t get a job there. It’s tough. Don’t move there to start over

[@LolaDelMarCaribe]

Sorry to hear you feel that way, I absolutely loved FL and miss it so much. I didn’t live in Central or South FL though.

[@simonbrushes]

I am from Omaha, Nebraska. This is a great state to live. I have friends who moved here from New York and California who love it here. Cost of living is affordable and employment is good.

[@augiegirl1]

He talks about the high ranking for infrastructure; I'd wager that most of that is thanks to replacing the MANY bridges that were destroyed by the flooding in March 2019. My family still lives in Fremont, where I grew up, & Fremont LITERALLY became an ISLAND during the floods!

[@sandyguthrie342]

I am thinking of moving to the Omaha area from NJ. We have sons in their 20's who would move with us and I think Omaha would have opportunities for them. I'm surprised the property taxes are as high as they are (but nothing compared to NJ) I'm glad you like it there.

[@justicegomez2856]

​@sandyguthrie342 I also was thinking of moving to Omaha Nebraska please let me know how it works out for you and your sons

[@savage998]

employment will always be subjective. White collar workers in a place with a good blue collar industry will say there is no jobs and vice versa

[@Wolf-rk6jq]

hope you were ok during the torando outbreak

[@scottchristensen4081]

I love Wisconsin! My grandparents own 50 acres of lakefront property in St Germain , which is a small town in the North Woods. We would travel up there to spend summers and winters at my grandparents property where we’ve done waterskiing, fishing, hiking, snowmobiling, snow skiing, or just riding around in the pontoon boat. The North Woods is a great place to enjoy natural beauty and look at trees, and I think my love for trees comes from spending time there. I have many great childhood memories from Wisconsin. I highly recommend visiting Wisconsin.

[@ronalddunne3413]

the long winters wear on one.

[@mikealvarez2322]

I grew up in Miami but left for NC in 1969. I've lived in NC and never regretted it. I loved Florida in the 50s and early 60s. You could go boating and not see a million other boats. The keys were quaint and seafood restaurants were affordable. The the population began to explode. Traffic became insufferable. Hunting in the Everglades became hazardous due to the number of hunters. NC offered my wife and I a variety of outdoor activities. Mountains, beaches, all within driving distance. Cost of living was low as were taxes. I love calling NC home.

[@jeanninekalua9016]

I love Massachusetts❤ former californian, who has lived in Idaho, and MA, ill take MA any day!! I have also lived in Florida, and it is beautiful. I miss the ocean and white sand beaches. Very laid back, which can get a bit old if you are not ready to retire. I want to build a house in Vermont, its my soul home, and stunningly beautiful. ❤

[@tinavo1623]

After I graduated in 2021, I watched your videos on the different states. I picked Washington, and it was the best decision I made. I live in Western Washington and I love it here. Thanks ❤

[@Toolbox12-y1p]

Earthquake is waving at you.

[@yaxleader]

@@Toolbox12-y1p Earthquakes are typically so far down, you don't even feel them. I've lived in WA most of my life besides my time in the military and I felt my first earthquake at 22 on the coast of California. Still have never experienced one in WA. The "Big one" might actually be something, and the tsunami is worrisome, but the coast rises quick so the real damage will be in the Aberdeen/Ocean Shores area and the Oregon coast

[@Toolbox12-y1p]

@@yaxleader cascadia subduction zone earthquake

[@rjh2772]

Do you have web feet yet?

[@valoriesalzman9116]

I lived in Colorado - Denver, Loveland and Fort Collins for years and the traffic was #1 of the reasons we left!!

[@rickedwards365]

Now the political leadership in Colorado is causing people to leave.

[@NancyCronk]

@@rickedwards365 We have one of the best Governors in the country. The politics here is the reason I STAY despite the rising housing costs. Colorado is surrounded by knuckle-dragging red states so it is no wonder CO keeps growing.

[@ChengHorn9]

@@NancyCronk not recently with how he's ignoring what's going on in Aurora. He's not the worst governor, but I would definitely not call him the best. Also, the state's population has been dropping recently.

[@ronalddunne3413]

@@NancyCronk We have one of the most disgusting and confused governors, a real leftist "knuckle-dragger" who should take himself back to California.

[@pauldenettebailey7604]

I’ve been watching you for four years, never have posted, however I must tell you your presentation is amazing!!! Keep doing the great work you do!! 😊😊😊

[@evankalbach9985]

Florida is in the middle of a insurance crisis. Many people leaving because they can't afford to insure their house. Biggest costs are in coastal towns but it is affecting those even in the middle of the State. Auto insurance is also up something like 40 percent in 3 years. It's not so sunny in Florida these days.

[@jaycasado5029]

There’s WAYYYYYYYYYYY more people moving into Florida than leaving though. And it’s not even close

[@Spacebuddy-dm6ps]

The problems just rise.

[@domin8ss]

I just moved to Florida from Southern California (relax, I'm a Utahan). The difference in car insurance was very surprising. Almost double what it was in California, and that state has a ton of horrible drivers.

[@Cruxis_Angel]

@@domin8ssFlorida has the most lawsuits in the country, transplant driving cultures clash with natives, and a large amount of uninsured drivers. Add in hurricanes and it’s why our auto insurance is insane and won’t be getting better anytime soon.

[@domin8ss]

@CruxisDango the only applicable part to your point is hurricanes. Everywhere has transplants, especially where military bases exist. Could it be that insurance companies have decided to stop writing new policies and are vacating the state when it comes to doing business? As availability of supply decreases the price increases.

[@WuznMe]

I moved to Washington State from Hawaii 15 years ago and I'm never moving again! I absolutely love it here! Of course I don't live in Seattle, too expensive and crowded 😆 but this is the state for nature lovers.

[@EL_BERSAKER]

Hi! What is the nicest town with lots of access to nature to live in Washington state?

[@WuznMe]

@@EL_BERSAKER Any town! Anywhere you live in western Washington you're a few minutes from a state park, trails, or lakes. Olympic national Park is about 1-3 hours away from anywhere on the Western side. Eastern Washington is more desert, but in between Eastern and Western Washington is great hiking and skiing. There are so many things to do if you love nature and Oregon is not far away - another nature wonderland. I live southwest Washington in a rural town. Much cheaper and smack dab in the middle of Seattle, Portland, and the beach😁

[@VeronicaHenderson-i8q]

Too many people are moving to Washingto. We now have crime, traffic congestion and over crowding. Seattle use to be a pristine city is not anymore. If you move to Washington I suggest to rural town.

[@gregm3771]

Moved out of WA a few years ago because of their lurch to the left. You could not pay me to move back there although I lived there for 65 years.

[@jessicaparlett4761]

​@@WuznMeWhat about jobs?

[@sleepyote]

Been binge watching this channel because I'm thinking of moving out of CO, too expensive and crowded. If you're thinking about moving to CO, please keep this in mind, and I don't recommend going downtown by yourself or at night.

[@matthewjohnson53]

I traveled all the time for years, planes, trains and automobiles lol. Many years ago I took the train from Washington DC to my home in Montana, Denver was one of the stops, it was great. Fast forward, I thought the bus would be fun like the train... I was so wrong. This was roughly two years ago, all the outlets and bathrooms were shut down in the station because of junkies, there was human waste in the elevators you had to use to walk downtown to use the bathroom, the stairs were blocked off because the junkies/homeless would camp there. Cops all over the place while people were openly smoking crack.. it was super fun. Never again.

[@Ashley-dh2iu]

Born and raised in CO and I’m leaving. It takes over an hour to get anywhere worthwhile and the reason we live here (or at least me) the mountains are being absolutely destroyed ever since Covid. Trash everywhere and people trekking around the trails ruining the plant life. Don’t even get me started on the people who don’t know how to leave wildlife alone and antagonize moose (hopefully Darwin steps in on that one soon). I’m single and am in house purchase #2. I got very lucky and am grateful but it’s still way too much and I’d rather have land somewhere I can actually enjoy being outdoors again. Good luck to you out there!

[@kenjudithglover]

Check out Texas…there are several wonderful cities…..but there are some scary ones too. Avoid the border areas. The immigrants who are able to creep up to north Texas are very much welcomed. Ranchers need them to run the ranches. Anyhow, the Texas heat is something to watch out for, especially if you work outside.

[@Chainyanker007]

Completely safe to walk around at night in our neighborhood and downtown area. Crime rate is below 1/2 the national average. Best of everything, including healthcare and educational system, many high paying jobs, great weather/climate so real estate is astronomical. Upscale area of SCal.

[@gregm3771]

You've got to love rain if you live in western WA

[@Aggie09TX]

As a Texan I’m both offended and thanking God that we didn’t make this list.

[@ColdPotato]

Please tell me Idaho missed the list here. What a backward dump....

[@christineb1989]

Right, I’m in TN and from WA. I don’t want anymore people moving here lol. I love TN… WA is beautiful yet depressing. The south is just more fun, a lot more culture and things to do. Lots of nature in WA but the season of nice weather is short lived. I get sick of the cold wet weather as someone who loves to garden.

[@angiecarver3999]

I am more thankful than offended 😂😂😂😂 PLEASE… go to one of the recommended on the list. We want it keep Texas Texas.

[@simrdownmon6431]

If you live in Texas and you're not rich, you'll be paying some of the highest income taxes (11% plus) you are rich you'll be paying some of the lowest (3%). There's a reason California's middle class gain so much wealth, they pay the second lowest overall taxes only behind Alaska. So now you understand why California is the best state to gain wealth and Texas is where they go once they become Joe Rogans. I love Rogan by the way.

[@Aggie09TX]

@@simrdownmon6431 Texas doesn’t have a state income tax.

[@Cythia-up8cu]

10.Massachusette 9.Florida 8.Vermont 7.Wisconsin 6.Nebraska 5.Minnesota 4.New Hampshire 3.IDAHO 2.WASHINGTON STATE 1.UTAH... 😅

[@Eds518]

Thank you. I really appreciate it when someone gives us the whole list. 😊

[@TheonewhomJesusloves895]

No Tennessee?

[@LonestarKnight]

@@TheonewhomJesusloves895 sheeeu don't tell everyone....?🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔😉

[@Dgfth]

@@LonestarKnightTennessee Montana Vermont Minnesota best places to live

[@Boobotz53]

Hope you like cold snowy winters & high taxes ​@@Dgfth

[@niamarieturek9281]

Not surprisingly Utah is #1. I grew up there. Will move back from Oregon when I retire. Love the constant sun. It clears up after every storm. Change of seasons are nice. Activities are well rounded. Oregon has lost a lot of the fun things to do since the pandemic and because of the homelessness!

[@mmmd3429]

Plenty to do in Oregon. Don't let the pandemic and homelessness be your anchor excuse.

[@ColdPotato]

Had a coworker move from Utah to TX. He lasted a few years before moving back to Utah.

[@niavellir7408]

@@mmmd3429Agreed, a lot of people ignore the state just cause of the news and Portland, but even Portland isn’t that bad if you actually visit, it’s just the news exaggerates for the ratings

[@mmmd3429]

@@niavellir7408 Tons of good food in Portland. Central Oregon for outdoors activities and the Coast for solid seafood. I want to explore NE Oregon next year.

[@ogbrmusic]

(Had to repost my reply from another users comment!) Greater Portland area is the same as the infamous hike in housing for renters and buyers a like has made cost of living too high and homeless spilling in to the streets. It's never capped or addressed as being directly connected by mainstream media. It's an unjustified hike that has bubbled and is popping but it's just sad because it was caused by a trend that started in SoCal jacking up prices in the hood in mid nineties to get ghettos back but when ppl saw it was feasible it swept up the West Coast over the years and created this unjustifiable tripling and even quadrupling of rent and home prices that has really devastated the ppl and still has a job market that can't back it except for a few. In Portland we saw everybody moving back in with their parents about five or so years ago and ppl teaming up to afford what was just yesterday a basic apartment!

[@jimdylio]

This is a great service to the mobile nation. Having lived in 23 different places in Canada, US, Australia from less than a year to 29, it is time to break camp again and find an even better pasture. We agree with your picks, and even better is your positive attitude. We have been in too hot Fort Worth and now want to chill in Wisconsin! Thank you for the compass.

[@peteshallcross787]

I'm from WI, what's on your radar? I'd be glad to point you in the right direction. Outdoor life? Music lover? Political affiliation?

[@C3Voyage]

FL is worst than Texas for heat. I remember traveling from Dallas to Orlando. Geez it was unbearable. Texas is too hot as well unless you're on the coast and that's coming from a native Texan.

[@RM-lk1so]

Stay the fk away from Seattle

[@RM-lk1so]

Seattle is fkn Garbage

[@kathymc234]

Try gardening when you get there. Veg could be hard to find next year. Merry Christmas!

[@Terli262]

my 5th favorite states in usa are: 1.Nebraska 2.Minnesota (where im living) 3.Massachusetts 4.Virginia 5.Utah

[@SusanYINGLING-ho4dp]

I only like your Virginia my kids live there but taxes

[@Amatullah.574]

What part of Mn?

[@WillieBowen-o2n]

B.S. California has beaches ⛱️ too

[@SusanYINGLING-ho4dp]

@@Terli262 you like taxes and kinda boring

[@user-ul4kw4gr7h]

Killa Cali is the best So. Cal has more resources than No. Cal is still cool though.

[@DisturbedNsweet1]

Born and raised Washingtonian. I lived in Astoria, Oregon for a decade, and I am now living back in Washington. I missed The Mountain and all the other scenery. Currently considering New Hampshire. Love your videos Briggs! You're my go-to for researching places I want to live, Thank you!

[@Lynnhaven6a6y]

New hampshire is pretty but u do not want to live there trust me

[@RM-lk1so]

Washington I'm of its self is Great. And AWESOME. After 3 years. I'm beat up.the cost and the theft is making me REGRET HAVING MOVED to Washington. What I dont get is why is the Homeless, Drug issue and crime NOT FKN DELT WITH I'm a responsible way. Crime is Crime. Criminals get locked up. Homelessness is not a right Its certainly not to inpead business operations. Let alone the break ins and Militiaous activities. Fk that. Round em.up and get them the fk out. That way....law abiding. Tax PAYERS Working people Who pay rent. Can go to cafes and dine out. Go to parks with families and significant others can actually enjoy the city. For which they pay taxes. NOT SUPPORTING THESE LAZY FKZ TOIDS

[@chefjohn69]

I'm from astoria too

[@xulapostasy7132]

Just make sure to avoid Western Washington.

[@randellramos4572]

The woke snowflake state 😅😅😅

[@tyreck9835]

“Honey, wake up, Briggs just uploaded” time for that 2024 content, yessss sirrrr 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@WorldAccordingToBriggs]

LOL

[@zflawless1772]

californian here, no plans to leave anytime soon. still fun to watch these

[@310smoker]

Sucks aas here you are kidding 😂.

[@WillieBowen-o2n]

CALIFORNIA #1

[@kathleenrogers10]

Native Californian here, who’s been living in coastal Maine for quite some time. Can’t wait to get back home.

[@mikeymaster2494]

@@310smoker California GDP with more than 4 trillion USD. Apple, NVIDIA, Facebook, Google, broadcom.

[@NeuroDiv_Skunk8785]

Back in the late Eighties, Time magazine reporter J.D. Reed wrote that “[be it] the beefiest burger or the biggest corporation, Americans have a penchant for making lists of the best and the worst, then arguing about the results. [And], no rankings have inspired more disagreement than those about home sweet home.” I can agree with most of these, but I can guess what factors got too little weight: housing costs, hurricanes, pet-eating reptiles-and lotsa bugs all year long.

[@Well_Earned_Siesta]

Moved to Washington after living in 6 countries and a dozen US states.... Best decision ever. Washington is amazing!

[@bobbybob3865]

Greetings from Seattle.

[@starswan]

Agree, and I like Spokane better than Seattle

[@peacemonger766]

Also a Washingtonian - moved up (in more than one way!) from Oregon. Enjoying our retirement here in a rural area near the coast. Couldn't be happier.

[@engyalgarf1221]

What about the weather ?

[@Well_Earned_Siesta]

@@engyalgarf1221 absolutely love the weather! The winters are relatively mild. The rain everyone (who doesn't live here) talks about is usually a light and gentle rain; I never even bother with an umbrella. And the summers are glorious; world class

[@topplacetoLive]

Helpful guide! Choosing a state impacts retirement planning. Consider factors like affordability, healthcare, and quality of life.

[@miscellaneousb]

This list is great, when you don't factor in cost of housing. Utah and Idaho have become unaffordable. Its fine if you are 25 and single, but families cant find affordable housing.

[@racebiketuner]

Thanks for another great vid. Please consider including basic weather info such as coldest nights, hottest days, average humidity, rain and snow. It's a big factor for us outdoor types.

[@jeffsaxton716]

Im retired in my home state, Utah. I find it just fine! I invested in some minor real estate early on, so now have three houses, two completely paid off. My Social Security suffices along with the rental income.

[@randypolizzi107]

I lived in Florida for 50 years. Happiness is not. What excess humidity brings. I live in Colorado now always happy.

[@Westcoaststyling]

Grew up in WA, now I work remotely and only have to go WA twice a year. There's upsides and downsides. For anyone who's not from there, it's amazing. The natural beauty is undeniable (same with OR). The education system, from which I benefited from, is top tier. That's about where it stops for me. WA isn't perfect and it's not for everyone. If you are thinking of moving there (speaking to the majority of this channel's demo) I would rent for a year or 2 first before buying, if your situation allows it. After the honeymoon phase of calling a new place home, you will have a better idea of the way of life there and the day to day.

[@peterruddick1952]

My son and his wife are ultra-liberal, but even they could not take the homeless RV encampments and discarded needles in their otherwise beautiful Seattle neighborhood... they grabbed the kids and bought a farm in IL. I also loved Seattle and WA state but as a Libertarian I am very turned off by imbalanced politics

[@justinedse8435]

I watched that documentary about Seattle dying.

[@MsWarriordiva]

Cost of living in WA is crazy....at least around Seattle.

[@BridgetR72]

Exactly!!

[@Eternal_Jess]

I’m from Seattle and looking to leave now! I’ll be heading toward more sun….im over all the rain

[@SherilynHancock]

Exploring the best states is essential, but it would also be helpful to delve into the best cities within these states for diverse living options.

[@Thenypimp]

South side chicago number 1🎉

[@BooTedesco]

It didn’t make the list, but Virginia is a fantastic state! We’ve got beaches on the East side. Northern VA has the best school counties in the country and close to the capital. But my favorite part is the West side with the blue ridge mountains ❤. We’ve got Shenandoah National Park 💙

[@MARLONdaman]

Too much military.

[@jhblack1970]

These videos are great and Briggs does a great job. I do feel cost of living does need to factor when ranking the states. Massachusetts is a terrific state in so many areas but the cost of living here is ridiculous and starting to push people out. I absolutely agree Vermont and Maine are ranked higher than Mass. I would have also ranked New Hampshire higher as well. Agree on all the other states though. Good job.

[@RM-lk1so]

Stay away from Seattle. It's a sess pool of DRUGGIES and homeless. The city council is full of Crime.

[@JG-or9ej]

Maine is getting the same way and it was never like that.. high property tax, high rent, seasonal jobs, pushing the locals out… It’s a tax vortex..

[@DominikQuesnel]

I was born and raised in Vermont. I can confirm it's a really good place to live.. If you don't mind the snow but I think it's worth it. Great economy and agriculture. I plan on moving back after i finish trade school.

[@davidlandry3487]

Great video. I grew up in and currently live in Massachusetts. Just a reminder, there's a whole lot of Massachusetts that's not Boston or the coast. If you want natural beauty, take a day to drive the Mohawk Trail from Greenfield west; or explore the small towns in the Berkshires (Stockbridge and Lenox are two of my favorites; I love driving through Florida too). The towns that house the 5 Colleges are all worth visiting, even if they're a bit quirky. Western Mass has fall foliage, country stores, small art galleries, apple orchards, and more! In Worcester County, the Blackstone Valley and Purgatory Chasm are beautiful for hiking.

[@commiesnzombies]

anything east of 495 ruins the whole state, wish we could become part of new hampshire

[@TheItalianTrash]

I was just in Stockbridge the other day visiting the Norman Rockwell museum. I live about an hour away in the Hudson Valley, NY.

[@michaeldennis2630]

Agree stay out of eastern ma if you like the quiet lifestyle. Life long resident but even here in central ma it is getting way too crowded and traffic out of control and civility is going down. Would love to move to NH what MA used to be. Our cost of living is ridiculous if you told me houses in Templeton Ma would ever see 500K plus I would have thought you were nuts now try buying a decent one for under that.

[@faceheadstudios]

As a Utahn, I'm like Yes....and then, oh crap...more people moving here haha. It's the catch 22. Loved growing up here, and living here. I love the outdoors and the people are pretty great. We get a bad wrap in some ways...but many of the reasons Utah is successful is because of the things that some people don't like. I say come join us, just don't bring the reason why you left somewhere else with you😁

[@Coconut_D_Coconut]

Oh Nah! Uh!~ Don't be coming here to Woke my Utah now! I was born at the Red Rock. Love the Red Rock! And will Die at the Red Rock here in Southern Utah! Mwahahahahaha!

[@markr.1984]

I live in Utah too. Be prepared because Californians moving to Colorado already messed that place up. We are not far behind. Be afraid, be very afraid. About 20% of the people from California are okay though. But the rest are kooks and flakes. I've met a ton of people from that state in my 65 years and I may never quite recover totally.

[@patriciawaites8495]

Have lived in Oregon, Illinois, California and Wisconsin. I’ll take Wisconsin any day. Best state ever!

[@ParisianThinker]

Have a low income? OK. A love for being obese? Beer, SAUSAGE and cheese? Be careful. Wisconsin is #1 in falling and breaking your bones.

[@bizzbuilder]

We moved to North Carolina three years ago and it has been fantastic. It’s the best as far as I’m concerned.

[@donnazukadley7300]

North Carolina the worst State for workers. No rights at all for workers as a law. Hearing all that on the other video was painful and brings back memories. No rights to eat, pee or take a break at work, no right for parental time off, sick time, no right for a vacation, bad unemployment compensation, and the State actually prevents local governments from increasing their minimum wage. All they said is true. I did a research paper on it. Their labor site states, "The employer has the right to treat its employees as they deem fit." I wrote in the paper animals have more rights than NC workers do. As they deem fit?! The ASPCA would be all over that if they said that about animals.

[@bwsmyhero]

Been a North Carolinian all my life, and I have no plans to move.

[@bwsmyhero]

@@donnazukadley7300I guess it depends on where you work. Any job I ever had in NC, none of your complaints applied. We had 2 15 minute breaks and lunch, and they insist you take those breaks. So I’m not sure what you’re talking about.

[@curiousone6129]

Don't tell that, please. No more Yankees needed or wanted.

[@curiousone6129]

Please lock the gate!

[@missymutt3046]

We moved from Massachusetts, it’s very expensive. Politics are horrible. Very high taxes high cost of living

[@Spacebuddy-dm6ps]

That really sucks

[@arlenedorego1277]

I'm from Massachusetts and agree that I don't like the political agenda and it's very expensive but otherwise it's actually great state. Curious to know where you moved to and how did it work out ?

[@eh8899]

Washington is the same way.

[@310smoker]

😂 California

[@Bobthebuilder-gn8ur]

@missymutt3046 I agree horrible place to live can’t wait to leave people here are abhorrent terrible community and the politics omg disgusting freaks not to mention it’s beyond expensive

[@Emerald_Warrior]

Born and raised in Minnesota, lived in Washington for almost 5 years and I gotta say.... Both states are great! It rains a lot in Washington and snows alot in Minnesota, which I think is the only downside to both states, the nature in both states are absolutely breathtaking.

[@kevinsmith5288]

I've lived in the Northeast my whole life, and just moved to Tennessee. I knew it would not be on your list, but love it here! Everything is a matter of taste, and do appreciate your videos.

[@rayguimond4911]

I also spent most of my life in the northeast, moved to Tennessee several years ago, never regretted it, but do miss the seafood.

[@brocksanders5135]

What part u move too?

[@MichaelMeade-d7b]

I'm surprised Tennessee isn't on the list.

[@delroywilson9588]

@@MichaelMeade-d7b Tennessee is one of the most violent states in the country. I bet it doesn't perform well on a bunch of other measures, as well.

[@mmmd3429]

Tennessee is nice but they have a ton of churches.

[@UntangledTreasures]

My daughter moved to Madison, WI for University. 20 years later still living in WI in the North Woods and absolutely loves it! I would love to move to Vermont. Currently living in LI.

[@readyornot316]

What state is LI?

[@elena79rus]

​@@readyornot316 Probably Long Island (not a state).

[@LeroyGonzalez-c5v]

This video provides valuable insights into the best places to live in the US for 2024. It's great to see comprehensive analysis to help people make informed decisions about their future homes. Thanks for sharing!

[@Mike-gn4mh]

Don’t forget the Columbia River Basin in Washington State. I went through there not long ago and it is one of the most breathtaking places in the country. I absolutely love Utah and I am considering moving there when I retire. I-15 . St George has captured my heart.

[@Chainyanker007]

St. George? We spent a few days there a few years ago while attending a wedding, in a word, boring. Zero vibes and sterile. Even the newly wedded couple moved out of there.

[@fattone166]

I live in the scablands of eastern Wa and I couldn't agree more!

[@SagaciousSilence]

I live in Washington and it’s honestly amazing. I can’t think of a place with more natural beauty, or a place where someone can make a boatload of money as easy.

[@upinalaska49]

Alaska is better 😂 we don’t have fentanyl zombies up here

[@AllDogsAreGoodDogs]

I live in SF and I'm very tired of seeing men's underwear all day. When I move, I'll go somewhere that's cheaper and has no sagging.

[@salpalmeri1844]

Not yet

[@marknewton6984]

No way.

[@starswan]

Spokane is better than Seattle

[@msjoanneification]

Great info and I enjoy all your videos, but I wish you had included ' cost of living' info for each state.

[@Thenypimp]

The cheapest state is new york

[@phantp78]

The best place is any low population town and the weather you most like. I like cool weather regions.

[@Thenypimp]

Chicago

[@arleennunez6520]

I live in Florida and this is not laid back style living unless you are retired or rich. If you still work and commute every day is crazy on the roads with the crowds and the aggressive drivers coming from all other states. Is expensive, people are rude is definitely not like been on vacations every day.

[@Dangic23]

Briggs thinks FL is just Key West Lol The rest of the state is traffic ,heat, and cost of living comparable to CA.

[@majorsynthqed7374]

Florida is full, stay away. Thank you. If you come, make sure you pet our friendly gators.

[@janicetorrey8132]

He forgot to mention that it’s a right-to-work state. Very few people who don’t bring money with them, will ever actually have any.

[@marknewton6984]

@@majorsynthqed7374 Good points!

[@jessicagrecco5813]

Move to Texas every body

[@user-sk5nq7dk6i]

Briggs, again a well-researched unbiased state assessment. Keep them coming.

[@agateman3220]

As a native Washingtonian, I am pleased our state is ranked high on this list. However, would you please update future videos of downtown Seattle to show that the waterfront has been renewed and that the infamous Alaskan Way Viaduct has been totally removed. Thank you.

[@alm4132]

Seattle is a sh!thole.

[@ManicMercurianAstrology]

Abd the homelessness situation in Seattle seems to have dramatically changed over the past couple years

[@keithsparling5537]

Your drug snd crime infested streets have ruined what Seattle once was. Seattle is dying!!! It is ugly, with homeless everywhere, unsafe streets and a liberally based future that guarantees failure. Sactuary state status... You voters destroyed a beautiful American city

[@ada-yw1bb]

​@ManicMercurianAstrology : It has, Seattle is a crime infested sewer now . It's a real shame , it was a beautiful city not long ago .

[@jamesdean6744]

Lol take a walk through Seattle or Spokane at night and you might reconsider. Homeless, trash infested and crime. No thanks.

[@gunawanputra2197]

I am from asia, i’ve never been to america😂 really like this channel which talk a lot about places in US. Interesting until i know many states and the layouts 😂 good job!!

[@topplacetoLive]

Super useful for retirement planning! The list of 15 countries for 2024 is perfect. Thanks for the great advice!

[@pkh4340]

Shhhhhh!! Omaha is the best kept secret in the country! The far NE portion of the state bordering the Missouri River is GORGEOUS in the Fall.

[@simonbrushes]

Fellow Nebraskan agrees with this statement. I left here when I was 20. Moved back at 30. The grass wasn’t greener. Do not think I will ever move out of state again

[@drscopeify]

Yeah the country has some great secret areas my top 3 are Omaha, Huntsville and the Gold Rush towns east of Sacramento like Sutter Creek.

[@kristatimberlake600]

I've been in the Seattle area since 91. It is a lovely place to live and there are tons of jobs but the cost of living is really high. I bought a house a few years ago that has accelerated in value but i can't afford to move anywhere else in this area. All of my neighbors are roommates living together sharing a 3 bedroom house with one bathroom. Unless you are an established professional, housing might be an issue.

[@13allybaba]

Depends where you live in Washington. Yes Seattle and surrounding areas are expensive but Yakima County and the east side of Washington is still cheap, just not as many people want to move there understandably.

[@esotericsolitaire]

The upper peninsula is not bad if you can handle the commute into Seattle. That area is neat, but some people believe it is just too far away.

[@gregorystinette8271]

I'm from the East Coast & spent last summer in Seattle. It was an interesting diversion from my normal experience. While driving East, I noticed a stark contrast once I entered Idaho. I could never live in Washington state because of the political climate. Shalom

[@esotericsolitaire]

@13allybaba the sunshine is great though, and the area has a beauty all its own.

[@13allybaba]

@@esotericsolitaire oh yes trust me I’m a resident of eastern wa there is plenty of beauty! Not talking bad about it just some people don’t find the beauty in it.

[@HotPeridot2]

I'm 70, have lived in 3 Midwestern states, 1 Southern state, and have lived in WA for 39 1/2 years and I love it. I can't see me ever moving to any other state.

[@akowboyshippielife7405]

Much love to everyone and their families from Cedar City Utah USA 👍🙏🏻💪🏻🤠

[@suprensa4393]

As an Oregonian who goes to college in Washington, I'm not surprised that Washington is 2nd and Oregon is 23rd. Washington's system of higher education is phenomenal in terms of the programs offered and of the outcomes of the students. The infrastructure is significantly better than Oregon's and crime is also much lower than in Oregon. Wages are high but so is the cost of living, the healthcare is good. Damn shame I have to move back to Oregon for financial reasons after I graduate. If I could afford it, I'd stay in Washington hands down.

[@largewoollybugger]

Are you at WSU?

[@clemfandango5886]

Move to Vancouver, WA. No state income tax, drive 15 minutes to Portland and pay no sales tax.

[@DENVEROUTDOORMAN]

Nah WASHINGTON SUCKS

[@julienalexander6113]

I plan on moving to Vancouver, Washington

[@julienalexander6113]

​@@clemfandango5886I Agree

[@GouzAcres]

Hi, Briggs. Where do you get your data? Thanks and we love your videos.

[@GratefulDeb270]

Moved to Florida. Hated it. Moved to Wisconsin. Love it.

[@Peace-lr7mt]

I moved to Florida from Seattle and I LOVE Florida.

[@billc1811]

im with ya there...moved here 4 years ago tp pensacola area, and hate it...hot hot humid humid and bugs....ughhh

[@rexleidig3412]

@@GratefulDeb270 why do you love wi?

[@johnk3606]

3 things you will always get in Florida. Humidity, heat and bugs. If any of these are even a slight problem then look elsewhere.

[@billjernberg7335]

Eastern Washington is mostly desert, and Western Washington is mostly timberland or rain forest - very extreme - wet and dry. When individuals move to Western Washington they usually get seasonally depressed (aka SAD). I think that if a person can afford California then they should live there. It is a beautiful state. It is just sad that California has so many issues currently.

[@Spacebuddy-dm6ps]

I thought seasonal depression happens when it’s too cold.

[@ManicMercurianAstrology]

Florida 🌴☀️🌴

[@yaxleader]

@@Spacebuddy-dm6ps No, it's the lack of vitamin D from staying inside due to rain. You can combat SAD by simply saying f*** it and going outside anyway when it's raining. Usually it's just a drizzle so it's not hard to tolerate.

[@crvg8428]

There's always central Washington you get both wet and dry weather best of both IMO

[@HeidiRobinson-gs6ct]

Thank you for this video. 🎉

[@jimclaire7996]

I have lived in seven states while in the military. I left California for Texas upon retirement. I have live on the rhird coast for over 30 years. I am suprised Texas is not on your list. I am content with the Lone Star Republic in almost every way. I look forward to hearing more about Texas in your future videos.

[@C3Voyage]

Native Texan here, born/raised. Heat is an issue unless on the coast. After that, and if you contrast that to the other states he talks about that are too cold, Texas is a beautiful and diverse state with lots of advantages. For me, way too hot and way too flat with an ok coast. We travel there except for Mid-Jun to Mid-Sept.

[@Rickywwx]

Texas has some great things going for it. But it also has some drawbacks. The heat, ofc, as the other commenter mentioned, but FL has that too. The other big problem is everyone is moving there. TX has an overpopulation problem just like CA did starting a few decades ago. It was manifest in the infrastructure issues TX had during the freeze a few years ago that turned into a state of emergency for TX, but something other states deal with every year. TX also doesn't have the stunning natural beauty, mountains, beaches, & national parks that some of the other states on the list have. Ie, UT, ID, WA, FL .

[@curiousone6129]

If that's true, why do you want TX on this list? Discourage people from moving there!

[@forcesensitive6371]

I wasn't even thinking about Vermont but damn! You sold it to me!

[@1massboy]

Oh it’s one of the best kept secrets of New England. Basically everyone in New England knows about it. But no one else seems to. Which is Why it’s in such pristine condition Granted New Hampshire is pretty damn good too.

[@RolandRichard-x1s]

It's always fascinating to explore the best states to live in. However, it would be awesome to see a follow-up on the cheapest places to live in the US

[@RayenHaid]

Do a video for best places for single fathers or single parents to live please!!

[@ThoughtsbyJohn]

As a young Canadian I want to move to the U.S since it’s close similar culture and warmer weather. But the visa requirements to work make it nearly impossible and the limit on how much visas are granted

[@clemfandango5886]

You can have mine, I'll move to Vancouver. Deal?

[@gregorystinette8271]

Don't worry about that. Amerika really loves illegal immigrants. Shalom

[@yostevedotcom]

Look into nursing. Maybe you can find a program to sponsor you. It's a pretty regular thing.

[@debofiveklub7804]

Stay in Canada. It's safer.

[@melaniec3819]

My father’s side of my family comes from Canada 🇨🇦. Grandpa came to NYC years ago, with only a second grade education. Is it nice there in Canada?

[@CapeCodBelle]

Briggs, I wish you would have shown more of the beauty in NH. There are the gorgeous white mountains, beautiful lakes and rivers, incredible fall colors and the ocean!

[@truebetold65]

I love Washington, Utah and Oregon. Absolutely gorgeous. Seattle is a must visit. People are very very cold though.

[@tedlarson6216]

Yeah the "Seattle Freeze" to newbies is real. Way too many unspoken rules and expectations in the dating scene.

[@danwei999]

I live near Minneapolis and the long-time residents have the same kind of attitude as the people in Seattle. We call it "civil frigidity".

[@mmmd3429]

​@@tedlarson6216Most of the PNW freezes out anyone not from here. It is weird and small minded.

[@Spacebuddy-dm6ps]

Don’t worry about people, don’t let ‘em ruin anything for you.

[@truebetold65]

@@Spacebuddy-dm6ps You're absolutely right. 👍

[@debbiepursell4412]

Would appreciate it if you would add traffic in each state in the next version. By recent direct experience, traffic and drivers in Boston are very challenging.

[@tinman7342]

Nothing has changed in forever as far as that's concerned .....rented a car there in the 80s ...driving around a roundabout outside Boston had a van walk down the side of the rental because he , like everybody else there , decided to do three lane changes at the last second , and he fled ...went to the rental counter next day , told the story the clerk came out to do a " damage report " and said " aw ...don't worry about that , happens all the time .." More stories about trying to get through the Tunnel , parking etc .....

[@scottmckay4984]

Best kept secret, especially N.Ogden Utah, and surrounding area, beautiful scenery, got everything lakes. streams mountains, but still not so crowded like Denver, and other mountain cities.

[@darladeibler8413]

As a teacher, I can't understand how FL ranks number 1 in education. According to publications from the National Education Association and other publications that examine education, FL is ranked rather low.

[@bonnieinla]

I'm in Utah and can't figure out how we're ranked #5

[@janicetorrey8132]

It’s from US News & World Report. Not worth any more than a Yelp rating.

[@Spacebuddy-dm6ps]

I still believe Massachusetts and New Jersey take the top spots in Education.

[@zekeonstormpeak4186]

Because they actually spend the money on students, not let the districts and teachers waste all the money on stupid non educational crap.

[@Spacebuddy-dm6ps]

That’s great, Notth Dakota can spend their money on anything else@@zekeonstormpeak4186

[@dianaw248]

Thank you ever so much, Briggs, for another excellent post! We love your channel.

[@Janet-Martin]

I can say 1 thing for fact and that is Florida has became so expensive to live in that people that have lived here their entire lives can't afford it anymore!!! I know people who are paying $2,400 a month for a 800 square foot apartment. Car insurance has tripled, homeowners insurance has quadrupled, renter's insurance is hard to find, and most places require people to have it !!! The groceries are crazy expensive and that's why people are leaving Florida !!!

[@JLAvey]

I've already emigrated to Utah. Remember that just because the overall flow of traffic is better does NOT mean the drivers are any better. In fact, they have to the worst ones I've encountered.

[@janellamoala-langi4203]

amen

[@desertdawn540]

I was born and raised in Utah, and I have to agree! They have the worst drivers!

[@drscopeify]

Have you had the pleasure of driving in Las Vegas? Everyone is a VIP it seems or they think they are LOL.

[@clemfandango5886]

Moving back to California next year and I can't wait!! Hate on it all you want, don't care. Sacramento is cheaper than the Portland burbs where I currently live.

[@Ryan-fo5lx]

Ha you poor soul. You must be tied to the west coast. I lived on the west coast all my life (SoCal, Portland, Seattle, BC), but moved because it is insane there. I won't harp on you too much, but what were you thinking moving to Portland? (unless it was in the 1990s Portlandia:)

[@jodij6280]

Welcome back! I've been to 29 states and with the exception of Minnesota, no other place compare to home. Trash it all you want, that just proves you've never been here. I'll never move.

[@kellyhafdell9849]

We need a new Republican Governor for California then it might be nice again.

[@curiousone6129]

Good move! Somebody will have to support all those illegals, and pay for the crazy stuff instigated by Newsom, Pelosi, and company.

[@WillieBowen-o2n]

Good decision

[@swygert60]

Moved to Utah from South Carolina in may and I would say Utah is one of my favorite states I’ve been to

[@genxtechguy]

I’ve lived in Washington for just over a year now. This state is giant ball of eye candy. Love it.

[@Jimmydog777]

Bend Oregon has the most beautiful and young people in the US and they aren’t tattooing and skin piercing hair colored insecure phonies

[@genxtechguy]

@@Jimmydog777 nope … maybe I should have specified. I mean geographically speaking, but there are good looking women here as well 😉

[@jongray3797]

I almost wish NH was not on this list as to not attract more attention, but am definitely glad for the Connecticut River separating us from VT! If you were from here, you would know that NH and VT are very different in ideology.

[@kaebella2259]

I am from AZ, and I am considering moving back east. Can you elaborate on NH vs VT please?

[@gregorystinette8271]

​@kaebella2259 / In general, Vermont is much more liberal than conservative New Hampshire ; different vibes. Shalom

[@zavaz987]

@@gregorystinette8271 I've lived in VT my entire life and am familiar with both VT & NH. I agree with your comments. In many ways, VT & NH are very similar, but the politics are different. VT is very progressive / liberal. NH's license plates have the "Live Free Or Die" motto, which is more libertarian than conservative, but does a good job of capturing a culture that's distinct from the other 5 New England states. Interestingly, VT was one of the the most conservative states in the country for a century, from the Civil War till the 1960's. Its state and federal politicians were overwhelmingly Republican. Starting in the late 60's to the 70's, a lot of people moved to the state with more liberal politics; VT's population was small enough that its overall political orientation flipped around 20 or so years ago.

[@washguy5982]

NH is libertarian, VT is democratic socialist.

[@BobBeaty-v3f]

Hey, great vid! Loved the insights on the best states to live in. Really helpful for anyone thinking about moving. Thanks!

[@rcjo2]

I live in the Spokane area, and yes, we do get quite a lot of snow. 44 inches per year, way more in the mountains. Only 14 inches of rain, though, so much sunnier than the West side. I do like Washington. I was raised on a wheat farm south of here, and lest you think I'm a yahoo, I lived in San Francisco for 20 years (loved it there, not so much now, though) Keep the vids coming. Love them!

[@GTOHawg]

As a disable veteran with injuries that cold whether would make life difficult…this list doesn’t help me much. I wish there was a list for that.

[@mekon1971]

Exactly why I live in Texas. Probably some of the best veterans benefits in the nation, affordable, and decent VA medical care.

[@jstravelers4094]

Minneapolis is neighborhood specific. It really is a huge geographic area. My house in Minneapolis sat vacant for three months. NOBODY disturbed it. That wouldn't be the case in all neighborhoods. The low-lifes are priced out of my neighborhood. My neighbors park Range Rovers and Rivians on the public street 24/7.

[@TheUnseenPath]

No, Florida is raining 50% of the time and the other 50% of the time is no rain. People are "laid back" depending where you are. Ft. Lauderdale and Miami are assholes through and through and it's humid as ****. Plus, everything is expensive and the teachers leaving is good because most of them suck.

[@trailrvs]

Before watching, my top three, in no particular order, are Utah, Wisconsin and South Dakota. Now to watch the video :-)

[@Jjjaaahhnn]

South Dakota?? 🤢 Windy windy windy freezing cold.

[@MerynMTG]

I would agree. Utah and Wisconsin would definitely be in my Top 3, but after some research over the past few years, South Dakota has fallen off slightly for me, but it's great comparatively to the rest of America. Not sure what my #3 would be. Maybe Washington.

[@rjp2755]

You're delusional

[@LarrysModelShop]

Yeah, I'm in South Dakota, the East side and we will be getting snow tomorrow. I want to move to southern Washington State.

[@WORKSbaby]

Boring sucks

[@debilynnphillips]

I lived in Washington State for 20 years, and I think the people are friendly and the weather is just fine. And, I loved and thoroughly enjoyed all of my 20 years of living in Seattle! The Summers and Springtime far outweigh the miserable rainy winters! I love, love, love the great Northwest! It will always be "Home Sweet Home!"

[@hunter6719]

What year did you live there?

[@nick5187]

Love how Briggs tends to pick states that have a horrible cost of living

[@tsb7911]

Easy answer. Best = Expensive.

[@nick5187]

@@tsb7911 easy answer: expensive = more homelessness

[@nick5187]

@@tsb7911 is definitely a Briggs burner account lmao

[@1310beth]

People will pay more to live somewhere nice. Its good old fashioned Supply vs Demand. Demand in these areas is extremely high because people want to live there and the supply can't keep up so its expensive.

[@nick5187]

@@1310beth the question is, are these still nice places to live if it becomes overtaken with poverty and homelessness? Are these places nice to live if people who work full-time jobs struggle to make rent? That is the point I’m trying to make.

[@boskostoybox]

I live in Nebraska. We also have some really nice state parks

[@DS-zd4wu]

Property tax is insane in Nebraska. The jet stream seems to be breaking more often. Plan to stay inside when it is 20 below (excluding wind chill).

[@mopbrothers]

I love this channel. I live in South Dakota and want to move badly. Thinking about relocating to MN, WI, IA, or NE.

[@robertgoodman4217]

I read more people from South Dakota move to Minnesota than visa versa, but South Dakota has better policies and lower crime rates, and one hot and smart governor! I live in California now, but originally from Minnesota, and some people I know from the Gopher State are thinking of moving to the Prairie Dog State!

[@FMEverAfter]

We lived in Nebraska 2006-2016. Great place to raise kids

[@Spacebuddy-dm6ps]

That’s nice

[@FMEverAfter]

Indeed

[@Spacebuddy-dm6ps]

I’ve heard thatNebraska a is a lot better than Kansa@@FMEverAfter