If you are young, ambitious, and enthusiastic about technology, then I'd say you are definitely missing out. The energy you get from being surrounded by other l

If you are young, ambitious, and enthusiastic about technology, then I'd say you are definitely missing out. The energy you get from being surrounded by other like-minded people passionate about technology is the most amazing experience. Between meetups and parties, I learn about new technologies and how its used to solve a particular problem regularly. I learn about new technologies before it becomes mainstream. I get to try new apps and new experiences that might never become mainstream. All these experiences and learning will cultivate your creativity and as you grow older, might give you a very unique way of solving difficult problems that would have stumped others. Personally, I think that the cost premium of living in silicon valley is worth it. If I had a kid in his/her twenties I would strongly encourage them to live in silicon valley.