7. Arkansas
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You might hear people who have visited Arkansas gush about the beautiful hot springs and miles of unspoiled natural beauty, but there are a few things to consider first before you make that retirement move. First, while the state does have a very low cost of living, it’s been rated by some groups as being the absolute bottom of the barrel when it comes to quality of life.
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This might be because of the very high crime rates and horrible summer humidity, which brings with it hordes of mosquitoes. If you own stock in companies that sell air conditioners and DEET, this state might be perfect for you. Otherwise, take a second look.
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