If you love NYC, but are troubled by the issues described here, consider Stamford, CT or Fairfield County. We have much lower income and property taxes than NY

If you love NYC, but are troubled by the issues described here, consider Stamford, CT or Fairfield County. We have much lower income and property taxes than NYC/Westchester. Stamford is really growing and has fun things to do. There's tons of hiking, biking, and coastal activities. According to [1], Stamford is 37% cheaper cost of living than NYC and housing is half as much. NYC can't be replaced at many levels, but it is only 50 minutes away on Metro North, putting you right in Grand Central. Many people live here and commute there. But, you don't have to -- Fairfield has many tech companies and regular companies that need tech people. Super family friendly -- I never considered up here until I had 2 kids and now wish I moved here a decade earlier. My neighborhood is filled with people who left Manhattan after having kids and commute to NYC daily. We have White Plains airport (HPN) nearby which is super easy to access and can get you to Chicago or Florida and in-between super-quick. And for bigger flights, JFK or LGA aren't too far away. Only real drawback for some is the car culture -- you pretty much need one, whereas in NYC it's a hassle to have one. [1] https://www.bestplaces.net/cost-of-living/new-york-ny/stamford-ct/100000 https://www.bestplaces.net/cost-of-living/new-york-ny/stamfo...