with $100k coming in, swapping out of Minneapolis
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
lighter monthly cost than Minneapolis
You'd feel the difference in Lexington. Not life-changing money, but real breathing room next to Minneapolis.
a quick ledger.
$1,488/mo
11% cheaper than Minneapolis(vs $1,679/mo)
4.5%
$279/mo less in state tax than Minneapolis
vs 7.85% in Minneapolis
$6,470/mo
$470 more than Minneapolis
gross of federal tax. a comparison, not a paycheck.
$324k
19% cheaper than Minneapolis
vs $398k in Minneapolis
520k
vs 3.7M in Minneapolis
field notes, weather & such.
171
pleasant days a year, in lexington.
Minneapolis only manages 147 of those.
73% fewer events than Minneapolis. The pace eases up.
60/100
21% lower than Minneapolis
vs 76/100 in Minneapolis
Closest outdoor draw: Natural Bridge State Resort Park, 48.1 mi.
88/100
5% lower than Minneapolis
vs 93/100 in Minneapolis
13
90% fewer than Minneapolis
vs 130 nonstops in Minneapolis
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