$100k a year, no longer in Daytona Beach
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 cost of moving past Daytona Beach
A small premium for Lexington. Worth it only if the rest of the city earns it back.
a quick ledger.
$1,488/mo
17% cheaper than Daytona Beach(vs $1,784/mo)
4.5%
$375/mo more in state tax than Daytona Beach
vs 0% in Daytona Beach
$6,470/mo
$79 less than Daytona Beach
gross of federal tax. a comparison, not a paycheck.
$324k
2% cheaper than Daytona Beach
vs $331k in Daytona Beach
520k
vs 722k in Daytona Beach
field notes, weather & such.
171
pleasant days a year, in lexington.
Daytona Beach has the edge here, logging 212 pleasant days a year.
A real upgrade on things to do: 3.0× Daytona Beach's pace.
60/100
5% lower than Daytona Beach
vs 63/100 in Daytona Beach
Closest outdoor draw: Natural Bridge State Resort Park, 48.1 mi.
88/100
13% higher than Daytona Beach
vs 78/100 in Daytona Beach
13
550% more than Daytona Beach
vs 2 nonstops in Daytona Beach
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