We moved from Chicago to a much smaller Midwestern city. It had a lot of perks, but not enough to keep us.

Business Insider | 25-08-2026 04:44pm |

A couple who moved from Chicago to Lafayette, Indiana, after feeling burned out by city life, has shared their experience of living in a smaller Midwestern city. They initially appreciated the slower pace and lower cost of living, but eventually missed the community and amenities of their hometown. After six years, they decided to return to Chicago, citing the lack of a strong support network as a key factor in their decision.

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