Yup, definitely a high cost of living area due to the Government involvement in all the “good” jobs in the area. I love the DMV area but I’ve pretty much lived here my whole life. Pretty decent basketball scene here too so you could still do that as well.
Job market is crazy for everyone. On top of that the process is tiring, if you do happen to get a call back be prepared for the multiple rounds of a pissing contest.
Pedestrians actually DONT have the right of way. Car vs human ends one way. Stop feeling entitled to walk in front of cars just because. Teach your kids this too. Srs