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Expenses vary for NY too. Upstate is much more affordable than Downstate.
Not really affordable anywhere in the state. That's why people are fleeing it. If something costs a third less upstate NY vs NYC, it's still twice as much as other places because of your NY State Taxaholics.
Best: Variety. VA has the beach and all that brings, and 5 hours away are the Appalachian Mountains and all that comes with them. We've got rural farmland and dense urban cities within 30 mins of each other. There's something for everyone here.
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