NW Montana.
Can’t tell people where to live, but I would prefer it be like the 80s and 90s. Fond memories for me. Now it’s like going to the city when I grocery shop.
I’m on 80 acres. Tends to insulate me most of the time.
I live in a fairly rural area, most lots are 10+ acres, a lot are 20+. The whole area has had a huge influx of people from areas with different values and etiquette. Locals have become a lot less friendly.
Might be they had some negative interactions. But from your description it sounds...