I love it here! Moved here in 2011 and still haven’t seen everything. This area is like having 3 states (I know DC is not one lol) at your fingertips at once and it’s awesome. Also close to PA, Jersey. North Carolina….and a four hour drive (or bus) to NYC. I grew up in upstate NY and while I’ve been to NYC many times, I still think it’s nice I can hop a ride and be there. There’s something for everyone here. I will say it’s super competitive here work and education wise and expensive, but you make what you want of your experience. 🙂