I think this is a hard thing to advise anyone on, especially with the info you provided. Can you find employment in these areas? Can you afford to live there? There are more things to consider I'm sure. I am also looking to move to a place with mmj in a few years, but it has to be one I can afford, one where my hubby can get a job, and one where I can grow, not just buy. You probably know more about northern California and the surrounding states than I do. Sacramento seems to be the only largish city where housing is in our price range. So, good luck on this. To both of us!!