same $100k income, fresh start from Des Moines
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
more expensive each month than Des Moines
A small premium for Lexington. Worth it only if the rest of the city earns it back.
a quick ledger.
$1,488/mo
17% more expensive than Des Moines(vs $1,268/mo)
4.5%
$125/mo less in state tax than Des Moines
vs 6% in Des Moines
$6,470/mo
$95 less than Des Moines
gross of federal tax. a comparison, not a paycheck.
$324k
8% more expensive than Des Moines
vs $300k in Des Moines
520k
vs 737k in Des Moines
field notes, weather & such.
171
pleasant days a year, in lexington.
Des Moines keeps to 151 pleasant days a year.
A similar weekend lineup to Des Moines.
60/100
9% higher than Des Moines
vs 55/100 in Des Moines
Closest outdoor draw: Natural Bridge State Resort Park, 48.1 mi.
88/100
13% higher than Des Moines
vs 78/100 in Des Moines
13
24% fewer than Des Moines
vs 17 nonstops in Des Moines
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