The problem with too rural is the people, not the wolves. You’re right though, and it’s why we moved to NL.
I was mostly thinking of back when I was in California to be honest. Though recently when I had to decide between a four or five day work week the biggest factor was “will I be able to outbid other people who want the same house”
As far as schools, I’ve been underwhelmed. They have kids on tablets a lot, shove a tv in front of them for lunch, and have rapidly declining PISA scores.
Hmmmz, kids can do that practically anywhere in NL (and have good schools). Except maybe in parts of the big cities.
Countryside is both cheaper, safer, and the air is healthier. But don't go too rural. Because then wolves will get your kids for breakfast.