I have to say that since moving here - I love it. Nothing better than living in Florida IMO. I miss all my friends up in GA and the Carolinas but for my peace of mind, its great.

As for cost of living, sure gas taxes are higher here, but not as bad as in some other areas that DO have an income tax on top of it all.

http://www.api.org/statistics/fueltaxes/upload/GASOLINE_TAX_MAP_JULY2011.pdf