with $100k coming in, swapping out of Durham
changea dispatch from
colorado springs
CO
38.83°N
104.82°W
Colorado Springs sits at the foot of Pikes Peak (which inspired America the Beautiful), with the Garden of the Gods' red rock formations rising on the city's western edge. The Air Force Academy chapel is one of the most striking pieces of modernist religious architecture in the country. It's drier and sunnier than people expect, with strong evangelical and military communities shaping the city's character. Outdoorsy in a quiet way.
the verdict
the monthly premium over Durham
Colorado Springs edges out a little pricier. Close enough that the decision rides on the days, not the dollars.
a quick ledger.
$1,733/mo
3% more expensive than Durham(vs $1,684/mo)
4.4%
$8/mo less in state tax than Durham
vs 4.5% in Durham
$6,234/mo
$40 less than Durham
gross of federal tax. a comparison, not a paycheck.
$463k
12% more expensive than Durham
vs $415k in Durham
769k
vs 609k in Durham
field notes, weather & such.
184
pleasant days a year, in colorado springs.
Durham keeps to 178 pleasant days a year. The trade is winter: 75 days below 20°, vs 5 in Durham.
On par with Durham for events and shows.
71/100
42% higher than Durham
vs 50/100 in Durham
Closest outdoor draw: Mueller State Park, 20.1 mi.
80/100
0% lower than Durham
vs 80/100 in Durham
11
72% fewer than Durham
vs 39 nonstops in Durham
same energy as colorado springs, different zip code:
