Where Real Economic Liquidity Exists
It’s not going to be summer forever, and New Jersey leaders need to see this an act.
The cost of living in this state is becoming untenable for middle class families.
To move beyond a sandcastle economy, New Jersey needs leaders who learn from regions that have done it well—states that combine fiscal discipline, upward mobility, and low tax burdens to create real economic sustainability for households. New Jersey needs to economically transition from a tax-and-spend policy to a tax-relief, cut spending and cut egregious policies where the taxpayer is on the hook for other people’s pensions. Look at some states that are getting it right!
Florida and Texas: Tax-Friendly Engines of Growth
- Florida holds the #1 ranking in economy and fares exceptionally well in business climate, affordability, and household income(Deseret News, U.S. News & World Report).
- Texas ranks #2 in U.S. News economic standings, and it continues to draw talent and businesses from high‑tax states like California and New York(U.S. News & World Report, New York Post).
Both states are among the few with no personal income tax, light regulation, and policies crafted to attract corporate headquarters and skilled workers. An analysis by Bankrate also places Tennessee—and by association similar Southern states like Texas—as the easiest states to save money due to low taxes and cost of living, while New Jersey, California, and Hawaii rank among the hardest(Business Insider).
Why They Matter as Models
| Feature | Utah | Florida & Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Mobility and Growth | Top-ranked mobility, youth opportunities | Thriving business climate and migration |
| Tax Burden | Balanced, sustainable taxation | No state income tax = high take-home pay |
| Fiscal Management | Disciplined long-term stability | Pro-growth policies, low regulation |
| Middle-Class Support | Broad inclusion in upward mobility | High retention of skilled workers |
Together, these states show that economic liquidity requires more than superficial prosperity. It demands policies that reward individual and collective success while preserving a stable environment for future generations.
Conclusion
These benchmarks prove that sustained economic strength isn’t built on overextending or exploiting today’s gains. Instead, leaders in Utah, Florida, and Texas have anchored their economies in principles—mobility, restraint, and intentional design. New Jersey can borrow from these examples and move beyond its current sandcastle economy toward a legacy that endures.