“I'm going to say no. It gets cold, there's ice and you'd slip and break your hip. This is a young town for young people, but I wouldn't retire anywhere but the Midwest because of the people.”

— Dominic Isley, turf professional, Bonner Springs

“I would say so. Any college town is a great place. It keeps you young.”

— Rhonda Divine, receptionist, Overland Park

“Yeah. If you like the small community aspect but still want to live in the city.”

— Santiago Vasquez, Wichita State University senior, Kansas City, Kan.

“Sure, if you really like 18- to 25-year-olds, a diverse and interesting community, high rent and political intrigue.”

— Carrie Lindsey, employment specialist, Lawrence