At least taxes are a lot lower in Texas – if this economic disaster we have on our hands ever passes, I would definitely consider Texas.
Not property taxes — in the nice metro areas they’re 2% and up. If you’re in one of the top school districts they’re closer to 3%. And just wait until you’ve seen a Texas summer electric bill — or a Texas winter gas bill!
It is cheaper on the whole to live there but not by as much as you think. You can get a lot more for your money if that’s what you’re into though.