Friday, January 20, 2006

MSNBC: Go to the Midwest, young man! It's cheaper!

In the MSNBC article: "California or bust!" That's been the mantra for generations of Americans who wanted to ride the wave of westward migration. Now, the tide may be turning, as families turn back to their Midwestern roots, searching for a more affordable lifestyle for themselves and their children. "

"The average cost of a house in the suburban Midwest costs anywhere from $100 to $120 per square foot. On the East coast, you can pay from $300 to $325 a square foot. If you want to live on the West coast, some areas run as high as $500 per square foot."

"Taxes are another big reason that families are moving away from coastal properties. "