The state of Georgia comes in 12th on our comfort scale. This was figured by considering average teacher salaries compared with the cost of living in this state.  Average salaries in Georgia are $52k, about $12k less than Illinois, but your dollar goes further because Georgia is more affordable. 

Georgia's neighbor to the west, Alabama ranks 11th on our comfort scale with an average salary of $47,803.  To the south, Florida ranks 31st on our scale, with an average teacher salary of $45,732 and a much higher cost of living.  If you're considering becoming a teacher, definitely consider the state where everything is peachy!