Without state income taxes, how do these states make money? Higher property taxesHigher random fees (speeding tickets, car registration etc)HIgher Sales tax!
Where you live is not only a financial decision, but also a lifestyle decision. You may pay income tax in a state you love, but have the life you want!
As a purely financial decision, then for high income earners a state without income tax can save you a lot of money.BUT: life is short! don't sacrifice happiness for the sake of saving money either!