I was curious to know if we can still live comfortably anywhere in the US, I found out these info. Making $60K a Year? Here Are 5 States Where Your Money Goes Further! 1. Mississippi – Homes avg. $140K, low cost of living (85.3). 2. Kansas – Homes avg. $177K, cost of living (86.5). 3. Alabama – Homes avg. $170K, low expenses. 4. West Virginia – Homes avg. $155K, budget-friendly living. 5. Arkansas – Homes avg. $198K, affordable utilities & groceries. Is this true?