with $100k coming in, swapping out of Oxnard
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 Oxnard
In Lexington, rent stops being the headline. The cost gap shows up every month without you trying.
a quick ledger.
$1,488/mo
50% cheaper than Oxnard(vs $2,995/mo)
4.5%
$400/mo less in state tax than Oxnard
vs 9.3% in Oxnard
$6,470/mo
$1,907 more than Oxnard
gross of federal tax. a comparison, not a paycheck.
$324k
65% cheaper than Oxnard
vs $923k in Oxnard
520k
vs 830k in Oxnard
field notes, weather & such.
171
pleasant days a year, in lexington.
Oxnard actually gets more: 342 pleasant days a year.
A real upgrade on things to do: 1.8× Oxnard's pace.
60/100
19% lower than Oxnard
vs 74/100 in Oxnard
Closest outdoor draw: Natural Bridge State Resort Park, 48.1 mi.
88/100
8% lower than Oxnard
vs 96/100 in Oxnard
13
0% fewer than Oxnard
vs 0 nonstops in Oxnard
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