in Florida, there is none of that overrated "southern hospitality"' other than a dwindling portion of the panhandle.
New York should be reversed, the rest of the state wishes it had NYC's amenities and high real estate prices. Upstate can be lovely, but it's population centers have been bleeding jobs and population as part of the rust belt, while suburban Lawn Guyland has a stagnant population and high taxes, without the class and excitement of NYC.
The best thing about NJ is that you can live near NYC but get more square footage for your condo. That and tax free clothing. Other than that, nada.
One very big asset for New Jersey is that you can drive to America without crossing a congested, antiquated bridge or tunnel. People in Long Island and most of New York City are pretty much trapped there with little or no relief in the event of a disaster ... or everyday life. LOL.