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Community Profile
Butte County
A wonderful mix of rural and urban communities, Butte County welcomes new businesses. We pride ourselves on maintaining our parents' quality of life, while providing a business economy with all the advantages of today's technology. Our resources include recreation, culture and business.
Butte County has a highly trained labor pool, with well developed educational resources including California State University, Chico; Butte Community College; Northern California School of Law; and Western University of Health Sciences. The quality of life remains high in part due to cultural and recreational resources, housing affordability, and natural resources which include Lake Oroville, the second largest man made lake in California; Feather Falls, the sixth tallest waterfall in the USA; and one of the last wild and scenic rivers, the Feather River.
Butte County provides a convenient and logical hub for a vast transportation and communication network. The area's moderate climate contributes to the county's dependable transportation allowing industry to operate efficiently and commuters to spend less time en route to work.
Questions? Call or email: Alison O'Sullivan Upstate California 866-726-4332
Labor Costs
Sample Butte County Wages for 1Q 2007
Occupation
SOC
Median Hourly Wage (50th percentile)
Sales Managers
11-2022
$41.95
Computer & Information Systems Managers
11-3021
$34.21
Human Resources Managers, all other
11-3043
$36.81
Computer Software Engineers, Applications
15-1031
$35.36
Computer Support Specialists
15-1041
$17.49
Retail Salespersons
41-2031
$9.18
Telemarketers
41-9041
$12.06
Data Entry Keyers
43-9021
$9.18
Computer-Controlled Machine Tool Operators, Metal and Plastic
Aero Union, located at the Chico Municipal Airport, is a successful aerospace business that is the largest, most innovative and respected air tanker company in the United States. Flight operations include aerial firefighting, ferry flights, and crew training. Other divisions include MRO products and services, product manufacturing, and engineering services. Source: Aerounion.com
Specializing in the manufacturing and reconditioning of football, lacrosse, track and field, and baseball/softball equipment, Continental Athletic has been in business in Gridley since 1946. Source: ContinentalAthletic.com
The pioneers of organically grown rice in California, Lundberg Family Farms is the direct employer of approximately 140 people. Located in the farming community of Richvale, the farm produces a wide selection of rice products including gourmet wild rice, rice cakes, risotto mixes, and rice milk that are nationally distributed. Source: Lundberg.com
NursTech, Inc. is the California branch of the multinational firm Agromillora. Located in Gridley, Nurstech specializes in olive cultivar research and development. Source: Nurstech.com
Founded in 1990, Roplast Industries manufactures custom polyethylene-based films and bags for retail, grocery, food packaging, and industrial markets. The fully integrated 130,000 square foot manufacturing and corporate office facility is located in Oroville. Source: Roplast.com
Sierra Nevada Brewing Company
Sierra Nevada Brewing Company is the brewer of what is widely considered to be the premier craft lagers and ales in the United States. Located in Chico, Sierra Nevada Brewing Company distributes their products nationwide. Source: SierraNevada.com
Ventana Software is a premier systems integrator for the IT market specializing in Asset Management, Configuration Management and Service Desk solutions. Combining best practices along with leading products and technology in the marketplace, Ventana Software designs, deploys, and supports complete solutions for the management of IT resources and services. Ventana Group is currently looking forward to moving into their new location in the Gridley Industrial Park. Source: VentanaGroup.com
Enloe Medical Center is a 369 bed facility offering the North Valley a full continuum of health services ranging from preventative education and outpatient services to acute care, behavioral health, inpatient rehabilitation and home health and hospice services. Source: Enloe Medical Center website
Feather River Hospital is one of 20 Adventist Health hospitals located in the western United States. It stands as a highly regarded hospital in northern California and beyond. Source; Feather River hospital website
Biggs- Gridley Memorial Hospital (Gridley)
The 49 bed facility offers inpatient and outpatient services, ambulance service, helicopter airlift, a critical care unit, surgical floor, a home health agency, skilled nursing facility and rehabilitation services. Source: Gridley Area Chamber of Commerce
Specializing in a broad range of inpatient and outpatient services, Oroville Hospital is a 153 bed acute care facility, with a medical staff of more than 130 physicians. Source: Oroville Hospital website
For further information on a Butte County business location, please explore the following websites or contact Alison O'Sullivan at Upstate California, 866-726-4332.
Colusa County lies in the heart of the Sacramento River Valley in the north central interior of California. Framed on its east/west sides by the Sacramento River and the Coastal Mountain Ranges, it offers a picturesque agricultural landscape. From about 10 miles west of Interstate 5 (our north-south business corridor), the foothills ease into the rich, fertile soils of the Sacramento Valley.
Colusa County is one of the few remaining oases of uncluttered western frontier with easy access to San Francisco, Sacramento, and Seattle, as well as the entire Northwest continent. We are ideally sited approximately mid-way between Los Angeles and Portland.
Questions? Call or email: Alison O'Sullivan Upstate California 866-726-4332
Labor Costs
Sample Colusa County Wages for 1Q 2007
Occupation
SOC
Median Hourly Wage (50th percentile)
Sales Managers
11-2022
$50.42
Business Operations Specialists, all other
13-1199
$19.62
Compensation and Benefits managers
11-3041
$33.41
Network and Computer Systems Administrators
15-1071
$35.21
Computer Support Specialists
15-1041
$18.30
Retail Salespersons
41-2031
$10.38
Customer Service Representatives
43-4051
$13.85
Word Processors and Typists
43-9022
$14.34
Team Assemblers
51-2092
$10.72
Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
51-9021
$15.35
Source: http://www.labormarketinfo.edd.ca.gov Updated 7/07 This data is for the North Valley region, which consists of the counties of Colusa, Glenn and Tehama.
Full-service medical center including Cardioplumonary care, maternity ward, emergency services intensive care unit, and home health unit. Source: Colusa RMC
Located in Willows, Glenn Medical Center is a critical access hospital offering inpatient, outpatient and rural health clinic services. Source: Glenn Medical Center
Located near Sacramento, UC Davis Medical Center is one of the top 50 hospitals in America, according to annual surveys by U.S. News & World Report and the Leapfrog Group, a health care safety and quality coalition. Source: UC Davis School of Medicine website
For further information on a Colusa County business location, please explore the following websites or contact Alison O'Sullivan at Upstate California, 866-726-4332.
Del Norte County is located in the northwestern corner of California bordered by Humboldt County to the south, Siskiyou County to the east and the State of Oregon to the north. The 1998 population of the County is 28,400 with the majority residing within the boundaries of Crescent City, the county seat and only incorporated city. Del Norte County is 1,068 square miles and is bisected by U.S. Highways 101 and 199.
Crescent City, located at the junction of these two highways, is 370 miles north of San Francisco and 330 miles south of Portland, Oregon. Crescent City has an all-weather working harbor with easy access to the Pacific Ocean. Crescent City has an airport with both commercial and private aircraft facilities and the Rogue Valley International Airport in Medford, Oregon, is within a two-hour drive.
Del Norte County is a nature lover's paradise. Whether it is hiking through groves of giant Redwoods, fishing or rafting the wild Smith or Klamath rivers, strolling secluded beaches, or bird watching at the Lake Earl Wildlife Area, developing a business in Del Norte County means having many recreational opportunities at your doorstep.
Questions? Call or email: Alison O'Sullivan Upstate California 866-726-4332
Labor Costs
Sample Del Norte County Wages for 1Q 2007
Occupation
SOC
Median Hourly Wage (50th percentile)
Sales Managers
11-2022
$32.60
Computer & Information Systems Managers
11-3021
$32.82
Compensation and Benefits Managers
11-3041
$33.95
Computer Software Engineers, Applications
15-1031
$30.18
Computer Support Specialists
15-1041
$17.63
Retail Salespersons
41-2031
$9.70
Data Entry Keyers
43-9021
$11.25
Computer-Controlled Machine Tool Operators, Metal and Plastic
51-4011
$14.19
Source: http://www.labormarketinfo.edd.ca.gov Updated 7/07 NOTE: This data is for the North Coast Region, which consists of the counties of Del Norte, Humboldt, Lake, and Mendocino.
Dahlstrom & Watt Bulb Farm, located in Smith River, has 2 acres of greenhouses producing holiday flowering plants, foliage plants, and specialty plants along with several acres of outdoor ornamental plants. Nearly one-fourth of the Easter Lily bulbs grown for use in the U.S. and Canada are grown by Dahlstrom & Watt. Source:
Hambro Forest Products is the manufacturer of Cresdek and Cres-X. Cresdek floor decking is used by over 60 manufactured home builders located in the U.S. and Canada. Hambro has recycled wood waste into a reliable, high quality, internationally recognized flooring product for the manufactured home construction industry for over 40 years. Source:
The Rumiano Cheese Company company was founded in 1921, and credits its success to a talented workforce and ideal environment conditions that foster great milk. The company employs roughly 90 workers for both facilities, most of whom have been with Rumiano Cheese for over 20 years. Source: rumiano-cheese.com
EcoDairy Farms consists of over 2,500 acres of irrigated organic pasture with cool-season grasses in Del Norte County milking 1,600 organic cows twice a day, producing over 12,000 gallons of certified organic milk per day. Alexandre EcoDairy Farms has over 60 employees. Source: ecodairyfarms.com
Curry General Hospital is a rural hospital. Local medical providers include a radiologist, eight family practice physicians, a gynecologist/ obstetrician, an internal medicine specialist, five family nurse practitioners, a certified nurse-midwife, a psychiatrist, a physical therapist, a diabetic educator, and a clinical social worker. Source: CGH website
For further information on a Del Norte County business location, please explore the following websites or contact Alison O'Sullivan at Upstate California, 866-726-4332.
Questions? Call or email: Alison O'Sullivan Upstate California 866-726-4332
Labor Costs
Sample El Dorado County Wages for 1Q 2007
Occupation
SOC
Median Hourly Wage (50th percentile)
Sales Managers
11-2022
$43.34
Computer & Information Systems Managers
11-3021
$47.80
Human Resources Managers, all other
11-3049
$40.91
Computer Software Engineers, Applications
15-1031
$40.68
Computer Support Specialists
15-1041
$22.98
Retail Salespersons
41-2031
$9.88
Telemarketers
41-9041
$12.11
Data Entry Keyers
43-9021
$14.88
Computer-Controlled Machine Tool Operators, Metal and Plastic
51-4011
$17.67
Source: http://www.labormarketinfo.edd.ca.gov Updated 7/07 NOTE: This data for El Dorado County is part of the Sacramento-Arden Arcade-Roseville MSA and includes the counties of El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento, and Yolo counties.
Marshall Medical includes Marshall Hospital, a fully accredited acute care facility with 105 beds located in Placerville; several outpatient facilities in Cameron Park, Placerville, El Dorado Hills and Georgetown; a group of primary care physicians known as the Marshall Center for Primary Care and a group of gastroenterology physicians; and many community health and education programs. Source:Marshall Hospital website
A 97-bed acute care hospital nestled at the base of the majestic Sierra Nevada mountains in Auburn, California. Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. Source: SAFH website
For further information on an El Dorado County business location, please explore the following websites or contact Alison O'Sullivan at Upstate California, 866-726-4332.
Glenn County is located in the heart of northern California's rich agricultural region on Interstate 5. The County extends across the west-central portion of the Sacramento Valley and ranges in elevation from 65 feet at the Sacramento River to over 7,000 feet in the Mendocino National Forest. Coupled with this prime location, Glenn County also has an abundant water supply supported by the Sacramento River and excellent climate conditions. Two-thirds of Glenn County's 1,317 square miles are comprised of agricultural croplands and pastures. Rice is the largest crop in both acreage and value, followed by dairy products, and almonds.
Outdoor enthusiasts will love Glenn County! From the Sacramento River to the Mendocino National Forest, recreational opportunities abound. Numerous locations along the Sacramento River provide easy public access. The Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge has 10,000 acres of protected wildlife habitat and offers incredible views of migratory birds. Private and public hunting areas offer sportsmen a wide variety of game. Black Butte Lake, Stony Gorge and East Park Reservoirs are all nearby for fishing, swimming, skiing, boating, camping, and hiking. So, whatever your pleasure, Glenn County has the opportunities.
Questions? Call or email: Alison O'Sullivan Upstate California 866-726-4332
Labor Costs
Sample Glenn County Wages for 1Q 2007
Occupation
SOC
Median Hourly Wage (50th percentile)
Sales Managers
11-2022
$50.42
Business Operations Specialists, all other
13-1199
$19.62
Compensation and Benefits managers
11-3041
$33.41
Network and Computer Systems Administrators
15-1071
$35.21
Computer Support Specialists
15-1041
$18.30
Retail Salespersons
41-2031
$10.38
Customer Service Representatives
43-4051
$13.85
Word Processors and Typists
43-9022
$14.34
Team Assemblers
51-2092
$10.72
Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
51-9021
$15.35
Source: http://www.labormarketinfo.edd.ca.gov Updated 7/07 This data is for the North Valley region, which consists of the counties of Colusa, Glenn and Tehama.
Enloe Medical Center is a 369 bed facility offering the North Valley a full continuum of health services ranging from preventative education and outpatient services to acute care, behavioral health, inpatient rehabilitation and home health and hospice services. Source: Enloe Medical Center website
Biggs- Gridley Memorial Hospital
The 49 bed facility offers inpatient and outpatient services, ambulance service, helicopter airlift, a critical care unit, surgical floor, a home health agency, skilled nursing facility and rehabilitation services. Source: Gridley Area Chamber of Commerce
For further information on a Glenn County business location, please explore the following websites or or contact Alison O'Sullivan at Upstate California, 866-726-4332.
Humboldt County is a special place. Located on the Coast 200 miles north of San Francisco and 466 miles south of Portland, Oregon, the county encompasses 110 miles of scenic coastline and 2.3 million acres of majestic forests, rich agricultural valleys and secluded mountains. 128,000 people live here. Eureka, located on Humboldt Bay, is the County seat and largest city. Eureka has an Enterprise Zone which offers tax credits and business incentives. Humboldt Bay, California's northern-most and second largest port, is surrounded by productive timberlands, sparkling ocean and scenic wonders. With the help of telecommunications systems and the modernization of port facilities, Humboldt County is creating a viable economy in an environment unmatched anywhere else on the West Coast. The Humboldt Bay Region provides a trade link from the United States to the Far East.
Outside Eureka, numerous communities offer a wide range of climates, commerce, and culture. The historic town of Arcata is the home of Humboldt State University. McKinleyville, Trinidad and Orick offer the beauty of the coast and redwoods. Willow Creek to the East has hot summers, river rafting and winter skiing. To the south, Fortuna, Ferndale, and Garberville offer a variety of opportunities. Come find your future in Humboldt County. It's a world apart!
Questions? Call or email: Alison O'Sullivan Upstate California 866-726-4332
Labor Costs
Sample Humboldt County Wages for 1Q 2007
Occupation
SOC
Median Hourly Wage (50th percentile)
Sales Managers
11-2022
$32.60
Computer & Information Systems Managers
11-3021
$32.82
Compensation and Benefits Managers
11-3041
$33.95
Computer Software Engineers, Applications
15-1031
$30.18
Computer Support Specialists
15-1041
$17.63
Retail Salespersons
41-2031
$9.70
Data Entry Keyers
43-9021
$11.25
Computer-Controlled Machine Tool Operators, Metal and Plastic
51-4011
$14.19
Source: http://www.labormarketinfo.edd.ca.gov Updated 7/07 NOTE: This data is for the North Coast Region, which consists of the counties of Del Norte, Humboldt, Lake, and Mendocino.
Redwood Memorial Hospital is a full-service, acute care facility dedicated to physically, emotionally, and spiritually uplifting our patients and their families.Source: RMH website
For further information on a Humboldt County business location, please explore the following websites or contact Alison O'Sullivan at Upstate California, 866-726-4332.
Lassen County is located in the Northeastern part of California where the Sierra and Cascade mountains gently glide into the desert of the Great Basin.Approximately the size of Connecticut, but with a population of less than 40,000, Lassen County has ample land resources to develop without the congestion.This rural county has a wide variety of competitively-priced commercial and industrial sites available with excellent rail, highway, freight, and airport access.These services connect us with the vast transportation resources that are located in Reno, Nevada, which is southeast of Lassen County.With city conveniences being easily accessible, Lassen County makes the ideal location for expanding business.
Lassen County is a growing economic player in California, a rural county offering an abundance of human and natural resources. Several new projects have put us on the forefront of development and expansion in this area of the state. We are actively seeking new businesses that are looking to relocate or expand in our region. Site location assistance is provided directly through the County’s Economic Development/Housing Division and enhanced by our Geographic Information System. Our entire team of professional staff is committed to assisting companies interested in doing business in Lassen County, with the full support of our elected officials.
Highway 395 runs north and south through the entire county, connecting us with Reno and Interstate 80 to the southeast, and coming within miles of Susanville, the only incorporated city within our county.Leaving Susanville to the west, one will connect with the north-south byway of Interstate 5 via Hwy 44 or 36.Formerly, industry was driven by the logging industry, but we are now looking to attract new forms of commerce—especially manufacturers.Being part of the Recycling Market Development Zone creates added incentives of local assistance available to businesses.
Due to the relatively mild climate, Lassen County is able to appeal to locals and visitors alike with year- round recreational activities.One can water ski or fish for the world-renowned trout at Eagle Lake, surrounded by mountains covered with standing pines. The beautiful high desert areas of the county attract off-road vehicles and horseback riders. The winter season provides access to outstanding snowmobile trails, cross-country and downhill skiing areas, and snowshoe hikes in Lassen Volcanic National Park and Lassen National Forest.Initial construction plans are ongoing at Dyer Mountain, a four-seasons resort near Westwood, which includes the development of California’s newest ski resort.
Lassen County enjoys a clean natural environment with excellent air quality. The small communities that dot the countryside are ideal for raising families with less crime, traffic, and lower cost of living.Housing prices are among the most affordable in California, with a wide variety of choices available including historic homes in Susanville, convenient suburban developments, and larger ranch and mountain properties.
Questions? Call or email: Alison O'Sullivan Upstate California 866-726-4332
Labor Costs
Sample Lassen County Wages for 1Q 2007
Occupation
SOC
Median Hourly Wage (50th percentile)
General and Operations Managers
11-1021
$35.80
Sales Managers
11-2022
$39.40
Computer & Information Systems Managers
11-3021
$35.29
Human Resources Managers, all other
11-3049
$41.10
Registered Nurses
29-1111
$34.67
Grounds Maintenance Workers, all other
37-3019
$11.78
Retail Salespersons
41-2031
$10.54
Office Clerks, general
43-9061
$11.31
Truck Drivers, Heavy and Tractor- Trailer
53-3032
$15.78
Laborer & Freight,Stock & Material Movers, Hand
53-7062
$13.41
Machinists
51-4041
$14.52
Source: http://www.labormarketinfo.edd.ca.gov Updated 7/07 NOTE: This data is for the Northern Mountains Region and includes Lassen, Modoc, Nevada,Plumas, Sierra, Siskiyou and Trinity counties
Banner Lassen Medical Center offers a wide range of programs and services to aid in prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illnesses and resources for your health. Source: BLMC website
Northeastern Rural Health Clinics is the major provider of outpatient care to Lassen County.The newest and largest health center is Northeastern Health Center (NHC) that is housed in a 27,000 square foot facility in Susanville. The only Urgent Care in the county is located here.NHC is a newly built facility that includes eight provider suites, a retail pharmacy, classrooms, and dental office. Satellite clinics are located in Westwood and Doyle, California. Source: NRHC website
Renown Health is northern Nevada's largest healthcare network and includes four hospitals, eight Medical Groups, and eight locations for X-Ray and Imaging. Renown Health is one of the most comprehensive healthcare networks with leading specialists in every major field of medicine. With our dedicated staff, modern facilities, state-of-the-art technology, Renown Health has earned a reputation as a healthcare leader. Source: Renown website
With 376 beds, Saint Mary’s is a fully integrated, non-profit health care delivery system with 12 facilities, a highly-recognized health plans division and a thriving foundation. Source: Saint Mary’s website
Mercy Medical Center Redding is a 273-bed hospital offering the most comprehensive health services in the north state, providing acute care and a full range of special programs to a six-county region. Source: MMC website
Enloe Medical Center is a 369 bed facility offering the North Valley a full continuum of health services ranging from preventative education and outpatient services to acute care, behavioral health, inpatient rehabilitation and home health and hospice services. Source: Enloe Medical Center website
All photos on this page courtesy of Joel Rathje
For further information on a Lassen County business location, please explore the following websites or contact Alison O'Sullivan at Upstate California, 866-726-4332.
Mendocino County is the gateway to the northern California region. Located along the Pacific Coast, it is on the Highway 101 corridor and within a 2 hour drive of the San Francisco Bay area. Mendocino County boasts a rural lifestyle with a rich diversity of cultural and recreational opportunities. There are 4 incorporated cities: Fort Bragg, Point Arena, Willits, and Ukiah, the county seat. Our traditional industries are timber manufacturing, fishing, tourism and the wine industry. Mendocino County is an excellent place to work, live and play.
Questions? Call or email: Alison O'Sullivan Upstate California 866-726-4332
Labor Costs
Sample Mendocino County Wages for 1Q 2007
Occupation
SOC
Median Hourly Wage (50th percentile)
Sales Managers
11-2022
$32.60
Computer & Information Systems Managers
11-3021
$32.82
Compensation and Benefits Managers
11-3041
$33.95
Computer Software Engineers, Applications
15-1031
$30.18
Computer Support Specialists
15-1041
$17.63
Retail Salespersons
41-2031
$9.70
Data Entry Keyers
43-9021
$11.25
Computer-Controlled Machine Tool Operators, Metal and Plastic
51-4011
$14.19
Source: http://www.labormarketinfo.edd.ca.gov Updated 7/07 NOTE: This data is for the North Coast Region, which consists of the counties of Del Norte, Humboldt, Lake, and Mendocino.
Mendocino Coast District Hospital is a 25-bed acute care facility. MCDH provides emergency, inpatient and outpatient services, and healthcare education to prevent, manage and treat chronic and acute conditions. Source: MCDH website
Frank R. Howard Memorial Hospital is part of Adventist Health, a not-for-profit, faith-based health system operating in California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington.Founded on the Seventh-day Adventist heritage of Christian health care, Adventist Health is comprised of 19 hospitals with more than 2,800 beds, 18,000 employees, numerous clinics and outpatient facilities, 16 home care agencies and three joint-venture retirement centers.Source: FRHMH website
Ukiah Valley Medical Center is a 78-bed, not-for-profit hospital located in Ukiah. It operates with 24-hour emergency and acute care services. Source:UVMC website
During the 1850's, the hills and rivers of Nevada County bustles with the activity of thousands of gold miners. Local ore deposits were found to be some of the richest in all of California, generating one of the largest human migrations in history.
There is just an incredible talent pool here. When I need to hire an engineer or anyone else, there are many very good people available. This obviously provides a huge advantage if you are trying to grow a business." Jon Abt, AJA Video
Today, the lifestyle of Nevada County reflects its colorful past -- with beautiful downtowns and neighborhoods reminiscent of the region's history. Located between Sacramento and Lake Tahoe, Nevada County provides easy access to a wealth of cultural and recreational activities.
The energy of Nevada County's technology companies is evident in the groundbreaking research and innovative products that are developed locally. Long renowned as one of the world's leading centers for video technology, the area is also home to international leaders in information processing, medical equipment, and scientific glassblowing.
"Michael Silergleid of Television Broadcast states, "Those lucky enough to visit Grass Valley or Nevada City quickly understand what keeps the engineers coming -- quality of life."
Questions? Call or email: Alison O'Sullivan Upstate California 866-726-4332
Labor Costs
Sample Nevada County Wages for 1Q 2007
Occupation
SOC
Median Hourly Wage (50th percentile)
Sales Managers
11-2022
$39.40
Computer & Information Systems Managers
11-3021
$35.29
Human Resources Managers, all other
11-3049
$41.10
Computer Software Engineers, Applications
15-1031
$34.19
Computer Support Specialists
15-1041
$19.31
Retail Salespersons
41-2031
$10.54
Data Entry Keyers
43-9021
$13.66
Machinists
51-4041
$14.52
Source: http://www.labormarketinfo.edd.ca.gov Updated 7/07 NOTE: This data is for the Northern Mountains Region and includes Lassen, Modoc, Nevada, Plumas, Sierra, Siskiyou and Trinity counties
Lassen County enjoys a clean natural environment with excellent air quality. The small communities that dot the countryside are ideal for raising families with less crime, traffic, and lower cost of living.
