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Raising children in the suburbs can often be more expensive than in the city.
- Raising children is expensive no matter what, but whether parents decide to raise them in a city or a suburb can impact the cost significantly.
- Besides the cost, major differences between raising children in cities and suburbs include transportation, schooling, and housing.
- Here are 11 major differences between raising kids in a city versus the suburbs.
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While many parents leave the big city to raise their kids in the suburbs, others opt to keep their family in a more bustling metropolitan environment.
Some of the key differences between the two lifestyles include transportation, cost of childcare, and the overall racial, socioeconomic, and cultural diversity of people you'll interact with. Reports have shown it's sometimes cheaper to live in a city, despite many preconceived notions. However, while suburbs certainly have hidden costs, the size of a family home is always bigger compared to a city apartment at the same price.
Read more: 6 of the worst hidden costs of living in the suburbs
Urban versus suburban experiences will always vary depending on city or neighborhood, but there are some general categories that remain true for every area. Many cities are not designed for kids. However, some parenting blogs ensure readers that most cities are adaptable to family lifestyle.
Ultimately, a key difference in raising kids in the city versus the suburbs is what you'll spend your money on. Though it is important to note that kids - regardless of where they are raised - are extremely expensive.
Keep reading for some of the key differences between city and suburban life for kids.