Should I Stay or Should I Go? The Unspoken Questions Californians Are Finally Asking

Californians are quietly weighing the cost of staying in a state that feels harder to afford each year. With 175,000 leaving LA County, record living costs, and trapped equity, the question isn’t if - but when. This guide reveals what’s driving the exodus, where people are going, and how to stay smartly if you don’t want to leave.