The population density, and the proximity to other people that it affords, is the primary benefit of big cities. The high density of entertainment, restaurants

The population density, and the proximity to other people that it affords, is the primary benefit of big cities. The high density of entertainment, restaurants, companies, etc, is only possible because of the high population density. If you want more of the benefits of a big city, increase the population density. Otherwise, you can get a compound in Montana on the cheap, and you don't have to deal with any of those pesky people.