With the same pay level, you save much more in small cities. Plus, you don't waste time in commuting, plus the quiteness, plus the fresh air, plus the beautiful scenary. Plus, it's not far from big city so you can still enjoy Chinese food during the weekend.... When I was in Toronto, I used to spend 2.5 hrs on the road everyday. Now I use that time to play a 9 hole golf everyday. What a life! Only one down side, no Chinese girls around.:(