Connecticut – Outbound Moves: 63%

You might have heard the age-old tale of fake nutmegs being sold in this ‘Nutmeg State,’ but today, the problems are more real for Connecticut. The place’s over-the-top costs when it comes to housing and utilities has not gone very well with the people.

The MERIC, a Missouri-based economic research center, has shown time and again that making a living in the state is a tough ask for the retirees. The elderly seasiders’ request for welfare measures didn’t go their way, and nearly 63% of them bid farewell to Connecticut.