Hey Espresso,
Late to the party here but I'm in a similar position looking for a good fit for critical/pomo research orientation. I would also throw Univ. of Minnesota out there as a consideration. I have to second York as a suggestion just because they are bursting at the gills with Marxist and critical theorist. But I also fully sympathize with your location woes. It's a big commitment so location just has to be part of the calculus.
Happy hunting.