Already moved back, though not for this particular reason - it was more out of a desire to escape the insane work-life imbalance, endemic tech bro-ism, and skyr

Already moved back, though not for this particular reason - it was more out of a desire to escape the insane work-life imbalance, endemic tech bro-ism, and skyrocketing cost of living in the Bay Area. (I'm a Canadian citizen by birth, so this makes the move much easier.) Now in Toronto. Couldn't be happier: yes, you earn less and pay higher taxes, but those taxes go a long way - functioning public transit (i.e. "I can get just about anywhere inside the city core 24/7"); rapidly improving cycling infrastructure; nationalized health care; several months parental leave paid for by provincial and federal governments; fantastic grant and tax credit programs for young founders (under age 35), digital media / tech companies, and a slew of other relevant categories; and so on. People are polite and reasonable; staff at government offices are understanding and helpful (which goes a long way when you're moving, believe me); the tech scene here has a vibrant community feel to it, and is fed by several nearby universities. If you're moving from the US right now, the current exchange rate is an added bonus. Don't get me wrong: the beautiful scenery of the Bay Area is nearly unparalleled, and there is an optimistic / entrepreneurial attitude parts of which I admire - but SF is fast losing its monopoly on the latter to other tech hubs.