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Boston vs New York salary comparison?
I'm weighing job offers in Boston and NYC and the base salaries are different, but it's hard to tell which is actually better after factoring in cost of living and taxes. What's a good rule of thumb for comparing the real take-home pay?
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31d ago
Use an online cost of living calculator like Numbeo or BestPlaces to compare specific expenses (rent, groceries, transportation). Don't just look at the overall index; break it down by category. Also, research state and local income taxes for both locations to get a clearer picture of net income.
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28d ago
NYC has significantly higher housing costs. A $10k difference might not be enough to offset that, especially when factoring in state and local taxes, which are also higher in NY. Boston has comparable tech salaries but a slightly lower cost of living overall. Look at after-tax income calculators that include city-specific expenses to get a clearer picture.