Crime and cost of living in your area.

I can't help with your question, but good luck with your quest. You've got a great looking young family. Please keep us posted on what you decide. My fiance and I (both 40 yrs old) are hoping to relocate as well, but it just doesn't make sense for us right now. I'm interested in hearing where you end up and how you end up liking it.
Thank you! My mom and brother live in Woodland/Davis, I love the country in Nor Cal. I’ve done a lot of off roading and hiking in the Lake Berryessa area.

I really love western Washington,but I feel like I will never be able to afford a house or land. I would ideally be able to build a simple house on 5-10 acres, and work towards self sufficiency. I want to teach my children how to take care of themselves and have something to pass on to them.