ARIZONA Just Grand

Located in the far north of Arizona, the Grand Canyon is one of the most recognizable symbols of the United States. It covers over 1,900 square miles, so repeat visits would never be boring. With a permit and a reservation, you can tackle the challenging hike to Havasupai Falls deep within the canyon— the payoff is definitely worth it. If you ever tire of the Grand Canyon, the narrow walls and dramatic lighting of Antelope Canyon and the historical significance of Canyon De Chelly National Monument are worth experiencing.

For man-made wonders, the enormity of the Hoover Dam always makes an impact. Visit the city of Sedona, nestled amongst a ring of red rocks, to get in touch with your spiritual side. Bisbee, once a mining village, is now a haven for free-spirited creatives.

The average cost of living in Arizona is only just slightly under the national average. That said, the effective real estate tax rate is a relatively low 0.66%. Income tax is divided into five brackets, the highest of which taxes income over $250,000 at an 8.0% rate. Phoenix’s suburb of Paradise Valley and Oro Valley, outside of Tucson, are both desirable places to live.