on $100k a year, leaving Trenton
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 Trenton
Lexington runs on a fraction of Trenton's budget. Same paycheck, real lifestyle upgrade.
a quick ledger.
$1,488/mo
41% cheaper than Trenton(vs $2,540/mo)
4.5%
$156/mo less in state tax than Trenton
vs 6.37% in Trenton
$6,470/mo
$1,207 more than Trenton
gross of federal tax. a comparison, not a paycheck.
$324k
29% cheaper than Trenton
vs $456k in Trenton
520k
vs 382k in Trenton
field notes, weather & such.
171
pleasant days a year, in lexington.
Trenton keeps to 171 pleasant days a year.
Nights and weekends fill up faster. 3.8× more on the calendar than Trenton.
60/100
15% lower than Trenton
vs 71/100 in Trenton
Closest outdoor draw: Natural Bridge State Resort Park, 48.1 mi.
88/100
0% lower than Trenton
vs 88/100 in Trenton
13
89% fewer than Trenton
vs 123 nonstops in Trenton
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