These Are the 25 U.S. Cities Where a $100k Salary Goes the Furthest

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More Americans are moving out of big cities like San Francisco, Chicago, and New York City, opting for less dense areas where their dollar can go farther.

The 15 most affordable US cities to live in 2023

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Decatur, Illinois.
Decatur, Illinois.

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The top 10 most expensive states to live in based on living expenses — Hawaii is 50% above the national average

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The average US household spends roughly $2,046 per month on bills, per the study.

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I'm a 21-year old student living in Scotland. I have no student debt, and my $900 monthly budget pays for my fitness club, nights out, and frequent travel.

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High-earners could save 40% of their salary by moving from New York to Texas because of cheaper living costs and lower tax rates, report says

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New Yorkers earning six-figures can save 40% of their salary by moving to Texas.

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I've lived in a van full-time for 3 years. Here are the 5 biggest downsides no one talks about.

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Raychel and Nick living their lives in a van.

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I left Miami for a remote village in Pakistan. I have no running hot water and limited electricity — but my quality of life here is infinitely better.

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Samantha Shea on a day hike in the Hunza Valley.
What day hikes look like in Hunza Valley. I plan my schedule so I have some type of outdoor time every day.

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One of the world's most expensive cities just raised the minimum wage by 32 cents an hour — and it's getting absolutely slammed for it

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Financial hub Hong Kong just hiked its minimum wage on Monday — by 32 cents.

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'Big Short' investor Michael Burry predicted a cash crunch. A top JPMorgan banker says that painful problem is fueling a banking crisis

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Michael Burry.

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Half of households in New York City don't make the $100,000 or more needed to afford living there

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Easter food distribution with Food Bank NYC at Queensbridge Houses on April 04, 2023 in Queens, New York.
Easter food distribution with Food Bank NYC at Queensbridge Houses on April 04, 2023 in Queens, New York.

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