Try Indiana
Central Indiana
Born a Hoosier, will die a Hoosier
Beautiful country side and farms.
Quiet and peaceful.
Of course, if ya wanna party and dance your brains out, Indianapolis is only 30 mins away and lots to do.
Property taxes isn't that bad if you're looking for a modest house. Apartment is aplenty with rate choices. Jobs is ok, plenty of blue and white collar jobs. But with the economy, it'll be a tad harder to find a decent job. Depending on your skills and especially college skill(s).
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