A higher salary in a new city can buy less if costs are higher. Compare the big items, not just the paycheck.
What to compare
- Rent or home prices for the kind of place you'd live in
- Transportation: do you need a car?
- State and local taxes
- Utilities and climate (heating and cooling)
- Childcare, if it applies
- Groceries and everyday costs
Do the math
Make a monthly budget for each place with real rents and costs. The difference tells you what a job offer needs to cover.
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