Best for affordability: Athens, Georgia
Athens, Georgia looks like the easiest place here to live with less financial drag. It comes out ahead on tax burden.
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Potential dealbreaker: Hartford, Connecticut
Hartford, Connecticut needs a closer look before you get too attached, especially on tax burden.
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