Kids are either shuffling their way into a Walmart, finding some way to entertain themselves, or shopping at the city mall with friends to fill their day. Comparing a small town to a big city is just that. While the main living style doesn’t differ completely, there are major differences that occur when living in the two separate locations, especially when it comes to children and growing up. The main differences occur in relationships, hobbies and opportunities. So which one is better for one's children? Although the population of a place seems as if it wouldn’t make too big of a difference, the relationships in a small town varies exponentially from a city. First, in a small town, everyone knows everyone.