Hello
I grew up 30 miles north of you.
I assume you have a 5th wheel?
If you never plan to go bigger a 2500 will work fine and give a little better ride, however I had a 15 Ram 3500 SB with the Cummins/Aisin and loved it. Not much more money and over 1500 lbs more payload. Power is amazing.
I recommend a 3500 Ram in whatever package you choose. I had the Tradesman package which was very comfortable without all the bells and whistles.
If you like luxury, the Laramie or longhorn is your ticket.
I had no complaints and zero problems with mine. Only reason I sold it is to step up to a DRW to carry a large truck camper. Same truck only with longbed and 2 more wheels.
You can also pick up a new Tradesman for around $45k.