Welcome to JC! I had the same option...go to the local college or move away to another college. I moved away and I'm glad I did. I'm so happy with my decision that when I have kids I'm making them get away once they graduate high school.
Many of my friends stayed home to go to the local college and most of them regret it. Yes it's more money but I feel the experience is definitely worth it. And I was an accounting major for 2 years. Loved it but decided to go another route. Good luck and welcome to JC!