[Updated] The Worst States to Retire In

16. Think again about Wisconsin

While Wisconsin has affordable housing-- the median home price is $226,000--it also has relatively steep property and income taxes. Like its neighbor, Michigan, Wisconsin gets lake-effect snow during its long, bitter winters. Summers are hot and humid, bringing a long, miserable mosquito season. Wisconsin may be famous for its cheeses and beer, but buying those items is going to be pricey. Substance abuse is rampant, especially in rural areas of the Badger State. Life expectancy differs based on ethnicity, economic standing, and where in the state a person lives. Overall, Wisconsin rates #8 for quality of life.