with $100k coming in, swapping out of Lakeland
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 Lakeland
A small premium for Lexington. Worth it only if the rest of the city earns it back.
a quick ledger.
$1,488/mo
19% cheaper than Lakeland(vs $1,834/mo)
4.5%
$375/mo more in state tax than Lakeland
vs 0% in Lakeland
$6,470/mo
$29 less than Lakeland
gross of federal tax. a comparison, not a paycheck.
$324k
8% more expensive than Lakeland
vs $301k in Lakeland
520k
vs 818k in Lakeland
field notes, weather & such.
171
pleasant days a year, in lexington.
Lakeland actually gets more: 206 pleasant days a year.
250% more happening than in Lakeland.
60/100
25% higher than Lakeland
vs 48/100 in Lakeland
Closest outdoor draw: Natural Bridge State Resort Park, 48.1 mi.
88/100
33% higher than Lakeland
vs 66/100 in Lakeland
13
81% fewer than Lakeland
vs 68 nonstops in Lakeland
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