I assume Cal Poly ... Many people come here for Cal Poly and never leave. When I retire from SLO County we will probably move. Too darn expensive here , but it is also one of the most beautiful areas in the country! And perfect weather...
Also, there are very few places that cost more to live in than here, but the Bay area certainly is one. You have to make a ton to think about buying a house up there. Our son lives up there, he sent us an ad for a 1500' house for a cool 2 mil... dam .