Speaking of inexpensive places to live in the US

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You know I often wonder about Wilmington, Delware (not a state mentioned too often huh?). Much lower cost of living vs. the rest of the east coast. So close to so many big city amenities and not far from some decent atlantic ocean beaches.

Full disclosure - I have never been to Wilmington, DE

I lived in Wilmington for a while. Although is's not as cheap as many southern towns, relative to parts of New Jersey, Pennsylania and Connecticut housing is inexpensive. Public schools are terrible - plan to spend a substantial amount on private school if you have children. No sales tax, but Wilmington has a city wage tax (IIRC it is 1.5%) so if you have a job that could hurt, in addition to the 6% state tax.

The location is wonderful, though. An easy drive to Philadelphia, Baltimore or DC. Regular Amtrack service to NYC and Washington, DC. Look outside the city of Wilmington, at places like Greenville and Hockessin - much nicer, and much lower crime stats, still relatively inexpensive.