What I could suggest is to look at more liberal or techy centers first and do the appropriate research. Places like Austin, Nashville, Raleigh (near the researc

What I could suggest is to look at more liberal or techy centers first and do the appropriate research. Places like Austin, Nashville, Raleigh (near the research triangle), and there's probably at least one in every state, are all very comfortable for those who live in California (with their own quirks all over the place). It's such a personal decision its hard to say there's just one. For instance if bulgogi and ramen are important, Raleigh actually has a very large Asian population (or at least it did the last time I researched it thinking it might be a nice place to live). But like the suburbs of southern California, even the flyover states have an embarrassment of riches whether it's food, culture, or whatever. Some may have stricter blue laws or laws on cannabis, some may have better infrastructure or social programs, and some may have better internet and tech infrastructure. It all comes down to your own deeply held values and desires, but I do think there's something for everyone in this crazy country we're blessed to live in :)