"Our quality of life here is much higher than in coastal California, where we were born and raised, but at a fraction of the cost. We're well past the honeymoon phase and I still walk around in awe that we get to live here."

"The food scene and many summer festivals are amazing."

"And the city is freaking gorgeous. I love how many parks there are and all the charming architecture! I’d live there in a heartbeat if it wasn’t so far from the beach."

"Birmingham is def underrated. Beautiful city with great food."

"Birmingham is great. Punches way above weight in the food scene, with loads of James Beard winners here. Easy to get to the beach or other major cities within two hours. Homes are listed in all price ranges. Same with school systems — you can go public, private or boarding. There are also amazing healthcare facilities."

"Chattanooga is really mountainous. Incredible rock formations, caves, and parks."

"If you are a competitive employee, you can make some very nice money here with an incredibly low cost of living if you avoid the brand new apartment complexes."

"St. Louis, Missouri, especially if you’re raising a family, is amazing."

"Grand Rapids has a pretty solid music and comedy scene for a city of its size. Also, minor league baseball, hockey, and basketball."

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