$100k a year, no longer in Olympia
changea dispatch from
chattanooga
TN
35.05°N
85.31°W
Chattanooga became the first city in the country to roll out gigabit fiber internet to every home (2010, via the municipal utility), which jump-started a tech and remote-work scene. Lookout Mountain rises right above town, with Ruby Falls' underground waterfall and Rock City's epic views. The Tennessee Riverwalk is gorgeous. The Choo Choo (old terminal turned hotel) is a fun stay.
the verdict
less monthly outlay than Olympia
Chattanooga is the easier version of your monthly budget. Lower rent, lighter monthly outlay.
a quick ledger.
$1,524/mo
23% cheaper than Olympia(vs $1,991/mo)
0%
vs 0% in Olympia
$6,809/mo
$467 more than Olympia
gross of federal tax. a comparison, not a paycheck.
$322k
40% cheaper than Olympia
vs $533k in Olympia
580k
vs 299k in Olympia
field notes, weather & such.
167
pleasant days a year, in chattanooga.
Olympia actually gets more: 182 pleasant days a year.
69/100
14% lower than Olympia
vs 80/100 in Olympia
Closest outdoor draw: Cumberland Trail, 12.2 mi.
82/100
7% lower than Olympia
vs 88/100 in Olympia
8
91% fewer than Olympia
vs 90 nonstops in Olympia
if chattanooga appeals, also worth a look:
