$100k a year, no longer in Savannah
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
under Savannah, every month
Lexington is the easier version of your monthly budget. Lower rent, lighter monthly outlay.
a quick ledger.
$1,488/mo
16% cheaper than Savannah(vs $1,770/mo)
4.5%
$82/mo less in state tax than Savannah
vs 5.49% in Savannah
$6,470/mo
$364 more than Savannah
gross of federal tax. a comparison, not a paycheck.
$324k
7% cheaper than Savannah
vs $349k in Savannah
520k
vs 425k in Savannah
field notes, weather & such.
171
pleasant days a year, in lexington.
Savannah has the edge here, logging 209 pleasant days a year.
A real upgrade on things to do: 2.6× Savannah's pace.
60/100
15% higher than Savannah
vs 52/100 in Savannah
Closest outdoor draw: Natural Bridge State Resort Park, 48.1 mi.
88/100
2% lower than Savannah
vs 90/100 in Savannah
13
0% fewer than Savannah
vs 13 nonstops in Savannah
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