I guess it also depends on YOUR type of character too.

For example, I am a not-so-social type of guy. I like to spend more time alone ( which is not possible most of the time). In a large sity, most people will leave you alone and mind their own business. This is BIG for me. My brother, on the other hand, is a "people" type of guy. He feels more comfy around people chatting about everything under the sun, from latest smart phone to last trip to wherever. I am the exact opposite. When I buy a car or cell phone I hate to see someone (even my own brother) going through the car and discussing what features it has and what it doesn't have. He can buy a car with all the gizmos he likes but he should not ask me why I buy the simplest model. It is my own business.

So, this is why my brother stays in home town while I moved to larger town where even relatives do not see each other that much.