Hi,
not the states, but South Africa as secret for hour-building.
I've done my PPL with
www.th-aviation-conneXions.com , close to world-famous Kruger Park.
The rates for hour-building are negotiable, I fly the Tecnam for 590 Rand, approx. 95 US-$, not that cheap as in the US. But the experience to fly in the bush, approach and land difficult bush strips are unique....
Depending on the hour-package you may get more attractive rates.
Clear sky!