same $100k income, fresh start from Asheville
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
under Asheville, every month
Lexington is the easier version of your monthly budget. Lower rent, lighter monthly outlay.
a quick ledger.
$1,488/mo
14% cheaper than Asheville(vs $1,738/mo)
4.5%
vs 4.5% in Asheville
$6,470/mo
$250 more than Asheville
gross of federal tax. a comparison, not a paycheck.
$324k
25% cheaper than Asheville
vs $430k in Asheville
520k
vs 417k in Asheville
field notes, weather & such.
171
pleasant days a year, in lexington.
Asheville has the edge here, logging 201 pleasant days a year.
On par with Asheville for events and shows.
60/100
9% lower than Asheville
vs 66/100 in Asheville
Closest outdoor draw: Natural Bridge State Resort Park, 48.1 mi.
88/100
40% higher than Asheville
vs 63/100 in Asheville
13
63% more than Asheville
vs 8 nonstops in Asheville
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