with $100k coming in, swapping out of Reading
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
the monthly premium over Reading
Barely costlier than Reading. If Lexington pulls you in, it's the life it offers, not the price tag.
a quick ledger.
$1,488/mo
1% more expensive than Reading(vs $1,478/mo)
4.5%
$119/mo more in state tax than Reading
vs 3.07% in Reading
$6,470/mo
$130 less than Reading
gross of federal tax. a comparison, not a paycheck.
$324k
4% more expensive than Reading
vs $311k in Reading
520k
vs 433k in Reading
field notes, weather & such.
171
pleasant days a year, in lexington.
Reading only logs 157 pleasant days.
A real upgrade on things to do: 1.4× Reading's pace.
60/100
8% lower than Reading
vs 65/100 in Reading
Closest outdoor draw: Natural Bridge State Resort Park, 48.1 mi.
88/100
4% higher than Reading
vs 85/100 in Reading
13
0% fewer than Reading
vs 0 nonstops in Reading
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