with $100k coming in, swapping out of Albany
changea dispatch from
lexington
KY
38.04°N
84.50°W
Lexington is the Thoroughbred horse capital of the world, with bluegrass-fed horse farms surrounding the city in white-fenced perfection. Keeneland racetrack is one of the most beautiful in the world. The bourbon trail starts right here. Downtown is small but tightening up nicely with food and bars. The University of Kentucky's blue bleeds through everything.
the verdict
below Albany's monthly cost
You'd feel the difference in Lexington. Not life-changing money, but real breathing room next to Albany.
a quick ledger.
$1,488/mo
9% cheaper than Albany(vs $1,643/mo)
4.5%
$113/mo less in state tax than Albany
vs 5.85% in Albany
$6,470/mo
$267 more than Albany
gross of federal tax. a comparison, not a paycheck.
$324k
10% cheaper than Albany
vs $361k in Albany
520k
vs 905k in Albany
field notes, weather & such.
171
pleasant days a year, in lexington.
Albany keeps to 147 pleasant days a year.
1.6× the events of Albany, and the calendar shows it.
60/100
17% lower than Albany
vs 72/100 in Albany
Closest outdoor draw: Natural Bridge State Resort Park, 48.1 mi.
88/100
3% lower than Albany
vs 91/100 in Albany
13
32% fewer than Albany
vs 19 nonstops in Albany
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