I would have to suggest Missouri, more specifically southern Missouri or the area around Lake of the Ozarks. The land is affordable, the taxes are low, certain places have very little zoning laws and building codes. The state has long agricultural tradition and the people seem willing to support their local farmers. The weather isn't extreme in comparison to many other affordable states (Utah, Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, Washington, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Minnesota). I have done a lot of research into relocating and Missouri seemed like the safest bet, I think in this unstable world you need to make your decision based on a long term low population density approach. I would Suggest checking out Joel Skousen's book Strategic Relocations and the website alt-mart.com . Personally I would avoid the entire east coast states, California and Oregon even though they are wonderful states, The desert states I would also avoid. This pretty much leaves with the a few of the western states and the heartland and out of all those Missouri is the least extreme. my crew will be moving out there soon and will be starting 50 plus acres permaculture farm, I hope more people will follow suit to Missouri.
to anyone you reads this I hope you have a wonderful day.
