[dvan]

I would also consider Arkansas and Northern New Mexico. Check over the Real Estate ads in Arkansas. They offer some fantastic values in property and homes. You don't indicate if you are retired or if you are relocating a business.

[ysoitanly]

I am still a working person, whose skills would easily be transportable, I think - although I don't think a lot of places could match the (inflated) California salary - I'm not so concerned with that. The only twist here is, I was originally leaving on my own, which would have be easier, but my mother passed away last year, leaving my father alone, so I'm taking him with me - he's actually more enthused than I am about this and he's been here forever!

[AmberWaves]

Suggestion - Look at all the Southeastern CO, south and east of the Springs - Depending on your skillset, you may find some of those smaller towns are really great.

Thinking of La Junta, Trinidad, etc.

[CyberAnt]

My sister and her husband are seriously thinking of relocating in southern Idaho. There's an AF base at Mt. Home where he was stationed (he's retired Staff Sgt.) - and they like the area. If CA goes in the toilet, I may seriously consider checking out the area next summer - during a visit - and see what my chances are there. I don't know anything about Idaho yet, except they have a Gov with an R after his name - if that means anything.