Mineral Wells, TX, United States

Don't expect a vibrant cultural hub in this remote Texas town of 14,820. Mineral Wells' main claim to fame is its now-shuttered military base, which once trained helicopter pilots for Vietnam. Locals will have to contend with the region's stifling subtropical climate and a recent prison closure that eliminated 300 local jobs. Unless you're a rock climber eager to scale the Palo Pinto Mountains, Mineral Wells is unlikely to offer much appeal for most Americans looking to relocate.