on $100k a year, leaving Corpus Christi
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
the monthly premium over Corpus Christi
Lexington costs more than Corpus Christi, and you'll feel it. The upside has to come from somewhere other than your budget.
a quick ledger.
$1,488/mo
6% more expensive than Corpus Christi(vs $1,410/mo)
4.5%
$375/mo more in state tax than Corpus Christi
vs 0% in Corpus Christi
$6,470/mo
$453 less than Corpus Christi
gross of federal tax. a comparison, not a paycheck.
$324k
47% more expensive than Corpus Christi
vs $221k in Corpus Christi
520k
vs 446k in Corpus Christi
field notes, weather & such.
171
pleasant days a year, in lexington.
Corpus Christi only logs 171 pleasant days.
A real upgrade on things to do: 2.5× Corpus Christi's pace.
60/100
20% higher than Corpus Christi
vs 50/100 in Corpus Christi
Closest outdoor draw: Natural Bridge State Resort Park, 48.1 mi.
88/100
26% higher than Corpus Christi
vs 70/100 in Corpus Christi
13
225% more than Corpus Christi
vs 4 nonstops in Corpus Christi
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