These 25 States Are the Least Expensive To Live In

The cost of living is critical when deciding where to live, work, and do business.

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When housing, food, transportation, health care, clothing, and entertainment are more expensive, people need to earn more to maintain the standard of living they expect.

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Over the last three decades, rising prices for many life essentials have made it harder for Americans to get by, according to the White House.

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The Cost of Living Index is calculated based on the price of more than 60 goods and services. Each state’s index is a percentage of the U.S. average, set at 100.

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These 25 States Are the Least Expensive To Live In

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North Dakota

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North Carolina

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Wisconsin has a conservative fiscal policy and experienced the lowest state and local tax burden in 50 years in 2022, according to a report by the Wisconsin Policy Forum. Lower taxes keep the state more affordable for residents and businesses.

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These 25 States Are the Least Expensive To Live In

The cost of living is critical when deciding where to live, work, and do business.

When housing, food, transportation, health care, clothing, and entertainment are more expensive, people need to earn more to maintain the standard of living they expect.

Over the last three decades, rising prices for many life essentials have made it harder for Americans to get by, according to the White House.

The Cost of Living Index is calculated based on the price of more than 60 goods and services. Each state’s index is a percentage of the U.S. average, set at 100.

These 25 States Are the Least Expensive To Live In

North Dakota

North Carolina

Wisconsin has a conservative fiscal policy and experienced the lowest state and local tax burden in 50 years in 2022, according to a report by the Wisconsin Policy Forum. Lower taxes keep the state more affordable for residents and businesses.

Wisconsin

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