“By and large I’d say no. There are certainly more expensive places to live. It’s certainly not inexpensive.”

— David Chutka, technician, Lawrence

“I’m getting ready to move to the West Coast, so no.”

— Tanya Hart, professor, Lawrence

“I’d say moderately so.”

— Paul Reed, hospice chaplain, Oskaloosa

“I think renting is expensive, but I think it’s a community that tries to support all levels of income.”

— Layla McEniry, cognitive therapist, Lawrence