What state makes sense to invest in and why?

Hi, I currently live in Santa Cruz, California. I have about a year left of college until I want to eventually pick a market to start my real estate investing career. I do have some markets in mind such as The Coast of the Carolinas, Oregon, or Texas but I am keeping an open mind to other places too. What markets are you in and why? What markets are great for investing in? California makes it difficult for us beginners.