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[zzzeek]

salaries are a lot higher here than in a southern/midwest state though (largely driven by the crazy costs of housing).

[king_magic → zzzeek]

The cost of living is brutal here; e.g. $100K in NYC really isn't that great.

[dyno12345 → king_magic]

Don't forget to factor in the savings from not needing a car.

[almost_usual → dyno12345]

I live in the Midwest and do not own a vehicle, some cities here have pretty good public transportation!