same $100k income, fresh start from Harrisburg
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
pricier each month than Harrisburg
Lexington edges out a little pricier. Close enough that the decision rides on the days, not the dollars.
a quick ledger.
$1,488/mo
3% more expensive than Harrisburg(vs $1,446/mo)
4.5%
$119/mo more in state tax than Harrisburg
vs 3.07% in Harrisburg
$6,470/mo
$162 less than Harrisburg
gross of federal tax. a comparison, not a paycheck.
$324k
5% more expensive than Harrisburg
vs $309k in Harrisburg
520k
vs 606k in Harrisburg
field notes, weather & such.
171
pleasant days a year, in lexington.
Harrisburg only manages 152 of those.
Things to do run about even with Harrisburg.
60/100
13% lower than Harrisburg
vs 69/100 in Harrisburg
Closest outdoor draw: Natural Bridge State Resort Park, 48.1 mi.
88/100
5% lower than Harrisburg
vs 93/100 in Harrisburg
13
8% more than Harrisburg
vs 12 nonstops in Harrisburg
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