{"id":361100,"date":"2022-02-07T10:00:04","date_gmt":"2022-02-07T17:00:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/?p=361100"},"modified":"2022-07-15T11:15:13","modified_gmt":"2022-07-15T17:15:13","slug":"good-states-for-millennials","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/credit-repair\/good-states-for-millennials\/","title":{"rendered":"What are good states for millennials just starting out?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Artboard-1-copy-6.jpg\" alt=\"What are good states for millennials?\" class=\"wp-image-361102\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Artboard-1-copy-6.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Artboard-1-copy-6-300x100.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Artboard-1-copy-6-600x200.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Artboard-1-copy-6-768x256.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Artboard-1-copy-6-450x150.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Artboard-1-copy-6-900x300.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Artboard-1-copy-6-1400x467.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/disclaimer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Disclosure regarding our editorial content standards.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Millennials are the first generation to grow up in the internet age. Thanks to the easy access to information online, millennials feel comfortable moving to a new job, apartment or city when they want a change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, millennials are also struggling more financially than the generations before them. They have higher living costs, more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/lending\/student-debt-across-the-country\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">student loan debt<\/a> and stagnant wages. Of course, the average cost of living isn\u2019t the same for every state. This state-by-state guide looks at factors like the job market, affordable rent and housing income to determine the top contenders. Here are the 13 best states for millennials just starting out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-arkansas\">Arkansas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Arkansas has the lowest rental averages in the country. You can expect to pay as little as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gobankingrates.com\/investing\/real-estate\/average-cost-rent-every-state\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$591 for a one-bedroom apartment.<\/a> In comparison, a state like California costs almost three times as much for a one-bedroom rental at $1,487. Not only is rent cheap, but the state also has <a href=\"https:\/\/www.moneyrates.com\/research-center\/best-places-to-live\/#link9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a lot of rental openings<\/a>, so finding a place is never too challenging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you get to Arkansas and locate an affordable place to live, you\u2019ll probably find you can meet friends and get a job quickly too. Arkansas ranks high for having a young adult population and for its percentage of employed young adults.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Arkansas may not be the trendiest state, but if you want a job and an affordable place to live, you can probably easily secure both here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance.png\" alt=\"Arkansas has the lowest rental averages in the country\" class=\"wp-image-361183\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance.png 1500w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance-300x140.png 300w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance-600x280.png 600w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance-768x358.png 768w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance-450x210.png 450w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance-900x420.png 900w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance-1400x653.png 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-colorado\">Colorado<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Colorado is <a href=\"https:\/\/wallethub.com\/edu\/best-states-for-millennials\/33371\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">one of the top five states<\/a> for the highest percentage of millennials. This state has many appealing features that have been drawing young people in recent years. In 2020, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zippia.com\/advice\/worst-states-millennials\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">unemployment sat at about four percent,<\/a> lower than most other states. In particular, Colorado is known for having a lot of jobs in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.moneyrates.com\/research-center\/best-places-to-live\/#link9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the finance and information sectors.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rent here isn\u2019t low (a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gobankingrates.com\/investing\/real-estate\/average-cost-rent-every-state\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">one-bedroom averages $1,172<\/a>), but there is an 11 percent homeownership rate. And perhaps most importantly, Colorado is considered <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiplinger.com\/kiplinger-tools\/taxes\/t055-s001-kiplinger-tax-map\/index.php?map=&amp;state_id=6&amp;state=Colorado\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a tax-friendly state.<\/a> The state has a flat-rate income tax that was only 4.5 percent in 2021. Additionally, property taxes here are among the lowest in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Colorado might be a great choice for millennials looking to establish roots long-term. You can secure employment and save for homeownership. You\u2019ll also be around a lot of people your own age, which is always an added benefit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-idaho\">Idaho<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Idaho checks a lot of boxes when it comes to millennial living. First, the rent here is some of the most affordable in the country. The cost for a one-bedroom apartment <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gobankingrates.com\/investing\/real-estate\/average-cost-rent-every-state\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">averages $660.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And in 2021, Idaho maintained a steady, low unemployment rate of three percent or less. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a low unemployment rate of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/eag\/eag.id.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2.6 percent in November 2021.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, Idaho is considered a tax-friendly state. While the income tax rate can be high (6.5 percent for the top rate), taxes are low in other areas, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiplinger.com\/kiplinger-tools\/taxes\/t055-s001-kiplinger-tax-map\/index.php?map=&amp;state_id=13&amp;state=Idaho\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">property taxes,<\/a> while the gasoline taxes and sales tax are average. Additionally, Idaho doesn\u2019t have an inheritance or estate tax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for low rent, reasonable taxes and an easy job search, Idaho might be the best state for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-iowa\">Iowa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Iowa has a few things going for it that may make it attractive to millennials. The rent is incredibly affordable, with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gobankingrates.com\/investing\/real-estate\/average-cost-rent-every-state\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">one-bedroom rental averaging only $647.<\/a> If you\u2019re more interested in buying, Iowa also boasts a relatively high <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zippia.com\/advice\/worst-states-millennials\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">13 percent homeownership rate<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to affordable living, Iowa\u2019s job market is up-and-coming. The state ranked highly for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.moneyrates.com\/research-center\/best-places-to-live\/#link2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">young adult employment<\/a> and had a low <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zippia.com\/advice\/worst-states-millennials\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">three percent unemployment rate in 2020.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can move to Iowa and feel confident you\u2019ll be able to secure affordable housing and get a job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-kansas\">Kansas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Kansas is a vibrant state that attracts \u2014 and keeps \u2014 many millennials. It\u2019s rare that such a bustling area has affordable rates, but that\u2019s the case here. The average rent for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gobankingrates.com\/investing\/real-estate\/average-cost-rent-every-state\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">one-bedroom apartment is $688.<\/a> Rent availability <a href=\"https:\/\/www.moneyrates.com\/research-center\/best-places-to-live\/#link6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">is also high,<\/a> so finding a place to live shouldn\u2019t be too difficult. If you\u2019re looking to set more permanent roots and buy property, Kansas has a relatively high <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zippia.com\/advice\/worst-states-millennials\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">homeownership percentage at 12 percent.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Along with an overall good housing situation, the unemployment rates are favorable in Kansas too. In 2020, the state reported <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zippia.com\/advice\/worst-states-millennials\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a four percent unemployment rate,<\/a> lower than many other states.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Millennials should check out Kansas if they\u2019re searching for a fun state that still comes with a low cost of living and good employment opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-massachusetts\">Massachusetts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Massachusetts is a fantastic place to live. Millennials are clearly figuring that out because the state ranks high for having <a href=\"https:\/\/www.moneyrates.com\/research-center\/best-places-to-live\/#link6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a young adult employment rate.<\/a> Millennials looking to try this state don\u2019t have to worry they\u2019ll have trouble finding a job. This great state also ranks highly for internet connectivity and <a href=\"https:\/\/wallethub.com\/edu\/best-states-for-millennials\/33371\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">high average earnings<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, the state doesn\u2019t rank very well for housing costs. It ranked 49th for housing affordability, only beat out by Hawaii and California.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All this adds up to Massachusetts being perfect for millennials looking for work\u2014just be sure to bring a friend with you to share housing costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-minnesota\">Minnesota<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The people of Minnesota are known for being friendly and accommodating. And while that may help attract some people, millennials are choosing to move to Minnesota for financial reasons. The state has relatively cheap rental prices, with a one-bedroom averaging <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gobankingrates.com\/investing\/real-estate\/average-cost-rent-every-state\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$907 per month<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.moneyrates.com\/research-center\/best-places-to-live\/#link9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">great millennial employment <\/a>opportunities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another positive sign is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zippia.com\/advice\/worst-states-millennials\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">high percentage of homeownership,<\/a> which sits at 12 percent. This implies that the transition from renting to buying a home isn\u2019t as challenging as in some other states (such as Hawaii or Florida, both with homeownership percentages at half of Minnesota\u2019s).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lastly, Minnesota reported a relatively low <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zippia.com\/advice\/worst-states-millennials\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">three percent unemployment rate in 2020.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to move somewhere new and need to prioritize low rent and good employment opportunities, Minnesota can deliver. If you end up loving it here, the journey from renting to homeownership should be doable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance-3.png\" alt=\"New Hampshire has no personal or income tax\" class=\"wp-image-361189\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance-3.png 1500w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance-3-300x140.png 300w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance-3-600x280.png 600w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance-3-768x358.png 768w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance-3-450x210.png 450w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance-3-900x420.png 900w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance-3-1400x653.png 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-new-hampshire\">New Hampshire<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>New Hampshire has become an appealing new home for many millennials. In 2020, the state\u2019s young population grew by 1.9 percent. Overall, the state had a net migration rate of 0.4 percent, above the national average of 0.2 percent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, why are millennials moving to New Hampshire? There are a few reasons we can pinpoint. First, this beautiful state is actually quite affordable, with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gobankingrates.com\/investing\/real-estate\/average-cost-rent-every-state\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">one-bedroom apartment going for $967<\/a> on average. The other major appeal of New Hampshire is the taxes. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiplinger.com\/kiplinger-tools\/taxes\/t055-s001-kiplinger-tax-map\/index.php?map=&amp;state_id=30&amp;state=New%20Hampshire\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">This state charges no personal income tax or sales tax!<\/a> However, note that you will have some high property taxes if you become a homeowner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s clear why millennials are moving to New Hampshire \u2014 the affordable rent and taxes mean people can live comfortably, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/education\/best-way-to-pay-off-debt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pay off debts<\/a> and save for the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-north-dakota\">North Dakota<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>North Dakota may not have the thriving, fun reputation of states like California or New York, but it\u2019s doing surprisingly well with millennials. The biggest attraction here is the job market. This state has the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.moneyrates.com\/research-center\/best-places-to-live\/#link4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best employment rate for the 16 to 24 age group<\/a> in the U.S. And, likely due to these jobs, it\u2019s now a state that also ranks as having a large population of young adults.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are other financial benefits to moving to North Dakota, too. Renting a one-bedroom apartment comes at the affordable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gobankingrates.com\/investing\/real-estate\/average-cost-rent-every-state\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">price of just $702 per month.<\/a> North Dakota also ranks <a href=\"https:\/\/www.moneyrates.com\/research-center\/best-places-to-live\/#link4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">third in the country<\/a> for best rental availability, so securing that cheap apartment won\u2019t be a problem. Lastly, the state\u2019s income tax and sales tax are below average, making it <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiplinger.com\/kiplinger-tools\/taxes\/t055-s001-kiplinger-tax-map\/index.php?map=&amp;state_id=35&amp;state=North%20Dakota\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a very tax-friendly state.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a quick move, North Dakota might be the right fit. You should find it relatively easy to find a job and an apartment, and you\u2019ll also find lots of other young people to mingle with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-south-dakota\">South Dakota<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>South Dakota has the third-lowest rent in the country, after Arkansas and West Virginia. On average, you can expect to pay just <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gobankingrates.com\/investing\/real-estate\/average-cost-rent-every-state\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$616 for a one-bedroom apartment.<\/a> If you\u2019re not a renter or you\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/lending\/renting-vs-owning-a-home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">looking to transition into homeownership<\/a> sometime soon, South Dakota is promising. It holds a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zippia.com\/advice\/worst-states-millennials\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">14 percent homeownership rate,<\/a> one of the highest in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A few other factors have drawn millennials to the Mount Rushmore state. Most notably, this state has <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiplinger.com\/kiplinger-tools\/taxes\/t055-s001-kiplinger-tax-map\/index.php?map=&amp;state_id=42&amp;state=South%20Dakota\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">no income tax and lower-than-average<\/a> sales taxes and state taxes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>South Dakota may not have a young reputation, but that\u2019ll likely change soon. Between the low rent, easier route to homeownership and low taxes, this state is becoming a millennial haven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-utah\">Utah<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2021, Utah\u2019s growth in the population of people aged 25-29 increased by 3.68 percent. It seems the job market is bringing in most of this migration, as Utah ranked first in the country for its economy with a 2.5 percent job growth percentage. Utah also ranks well for the percentage of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.moneyrates.com\/research-center\/best-places-to-live\/#link1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">jobs available in information and finance.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other appealing factors include Utah\u2019s affordable college tuition, high young adult employment, high internet connectivity rate and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiplinger.com\/kiplinger-tools\/taxes\/t055-s001-kiplinger-tax-map\/index.php?map=&amp;state_id=45&amp;state=Utah\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">flat-rate income tax.<\/a> All this has led to a massive influx of young people \u2014 almost <a href=\"https:\/\/www.moneyrates.com\/research-center\/best-places-to-live\/#link1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">20 percent of the population<\/a> falls into the 16-24 age category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People looking for a strong job market and thriving young population will find everything they need in Utah.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance-1.png\" alt=\"Utah ranks first for economic growth\" class=\"wp-image-361185\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance-1.png 1500w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance-1-300x140.png 300w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance-1-600x280.png 600w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance-1-768x358.png 768w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance-1-450x210.png 450w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance-1-900x420.png 900w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/CROA-at-a-glance-1-1400x653.png 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-washington\">Washington<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2021, Washington saw a 2.16 percent growth rate in its young adult population. Most likely the primary motivator for people to move here is how tax-friendly the state is. Washington is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiplinger.com\/kiplinger-tools\/taxes\/t055-s001-kiplinger-tax-map\/index.php?map=&amp;state_id=48&amp;state=Washington\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">no-income-tax state<\/a>, which can be really incentivizing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, Washington boasts a pretty high homeownership rate of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zippia.com\/advice\/worst-states-millennials\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">10 percent<\/a>. While renting isn\u2019t overly cheap, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/mortgage-and-housing-information\/what-score-to-buy-a-house\/\">transition from renting to being a homeowner<\/a> may be more likely here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Millennials who value tax-friendly states and hope to become homeowners soon can benefit from living in Washington.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-wyoming\">Wyoming<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many incentives for millennials to move to the Cowboy State. The affordability of college tuition is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.moneyrates.com\/research-center\/best-places-to-live\/#link9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">second to none<\/a>, and housing is incredibly affordable, with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gobankingrates.com\/investing\/real-estate\/average-cost-rent-every-state\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">one-bedroom going for $664<\/a> on average per month. Rent availability is also high, so you won\u2019t have too much trouble securing a place to live.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The other significant advantage to Wyoming is that it\u2019s such a tax-friendly state. Not only does Wyoming have no income tax, but it also has the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiplinger.com\/kiplinger-tools\/taxes\/t055-s001-kiplinger-tax-map\/index.php?map=&amp;state_id=51&amp;state=Wyoming\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">eighth-lowest combined state and local sales tax rate<\/a> in the country. Property taxes are low here too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your priorities are affordable and available housing, low-cost tuition and low taxes, Wyoming is a great place to move to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-make-the-right-decision-for-you\">Make the right decision for you<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re considering moving to these states, do some research on the location you\u2019re moving to and get your finances in order if possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Making <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/education\/counseling\/budgeting-to-save\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">smart financial decisions<\/a>, including living in an affordable state, is one of the many ways you can take care of your financial health. Of course, personal finance doesn\u2019t end at finding a great deal on rent and a secure job. 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