with $100k coming in, swapping out of Knoxville
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 Knoxville
Lexington edges out a little pricier. Close enough that the decision rides on the days, not the dollars.
a quick ledger.
$1,488/mo
14% cheaper than Knoxville(vs $1,731/mo)
4.5%
$375/mo more in state tax than Knoxville
vs 0% in Knoxville
$6,470/mo
$132 less than Knoxville
gross of federal tax. a comparison, not a paycheck.
$324k
11% cheaper than Knoxville
vs $364k in Knoxville
520k
vs 947k in Knoxville
field notes, weather & such.
171
pleasant days a year, in lexington.
Knoxville has the edge here, logging 189 pleasant days a year.
A similar weekend lineup to Knoxville.
60/100
13% lower than Knoxville
vs 69/100 in Knoxville
Closest outdoor draw: Natural Bridge State Resort Park, 48.1 mi.
88/100
24% higher than Knoxville
vs 71/100 in Knoxville
13
24% fewer than Knoxville
vs 17 nonstops in Knoxville
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