with $100k coming in, swapping out of Savannah
changea dispatch from
ocala
FL
29.19°N
82.13°W
Ocala is the horse capital of the world (it actually has more thoroughbred horses than Lexington, Kentucky), with rolling hills of horse farms unlike anywhere else in Florida. Silver Springs (one of the largest artesian springs in the world) is right next door, with glass-bottom boats and clear blue water. Surprisingly hilly. Slower than the coastal cities, with a quietly strong equestrian economy.
the verdict
less monthly outlay than Savannah
You'd feel the difference in Ocala. Not life-changing money, but real breathing room next to Savannah.
a quick ledger.
$1,616/mo
9% cheaper than Savannah(vs $1,770/mo)
0%
$457/mo less in state tax than Savannah
vs 5.49% in Savannah
$6,717/mo
$611 more than Savannah
gross of federal tax. a comparison, not a paycheck.
$277k
21% cheaper than Savannah
vs $349k in Savannah
410k
vs 425k in Savannah
field notes, weather & such.
208
pleasant days a year, in ocala.
Savannah has the edge here, logging 209 pleasant days a year.
Noticeably quieter than Savannah. About 94% fewer events on a typical month.
62/100
19% higher than Savannah
vs 52/100 in Savannah
Closest outdoor draw: Silver River State Park, 6.4 mi.
63/100
30% lower than Savannah
vs 90/100 in Savannah
5
62% fewer than Savannah
vs 13 nonstops in Savannah
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