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Louisiana
Louisiana, which became the 18th state in the nation in 1812, is home to 4.5 million residents, warm weather, and a low cost of living. It is also the home state of famous musician Louis Armstrong.
Since Louisiana is so far south, it is a warm state year round, although summer heat is slightly moderated by ocean breezes. The average January high is 59 degrees, while the average high for July is 92.
Louisiana charges residents a meager 4% sales tax, and Louisiana real estate, like most real estate in the South, is comparatively quite affordable. For under $100,000, one can buy a fairly nice 3-4 bedroom residence, luxury homes are available in the $250,000-$400,000 range, and for those on a tight budget homes can be had as cheaply as $20,000.