I lived in a Southwest Virginia college town for a few years after college. * Fast and cheap fiber internet. Reasonably priced utilities. * A reasonably sized

I lived in a Southwest Virginia college town for a few years after college. * Fast and cheap fiber internet. Reasonably priced utilities. * A reasonably sized and maintained home with a yard goes for under $200,000. * Small airport with a connection to Charlotte on AA that I believe had federally subsidized aviation access. * Small risk of natural disasters. * I did a photography gallery and the mayor of that town stopped by to see it. I enjoyed my time there but after friends slowly moved to bigger cities, I did too. I can't see myself happy there anymore. I probably wouldn't be married now and probably would have had a harder time forward in my career. Even if there was a tech scene there, it wouldn't be larger than 10 or so people, and the local tech companies were far less advanced. But if I had a choice as a kid where would be more fun to grow up, I'd say back in Virginia. More room to roam, outdoor activities nearby without parking issues, yard for hosting get-togethers, and far less pressure in school/extra-circulars. Hope this helps a little :)