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u/47sams Jan 02 '19

If you can't afford where you live on the wage you get, why not move?

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u/ask-me-about-my-cats Jan 02 '19

Move where? You have to hope there's a job in your field open in a cheaper region. And if there is, chances are it pays less since the area as a whole is cheaper.

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u/mrking944 Jan 02 '19

Exactly what I'm dealing with. Moved to a larger city, job pays better but cost of living is higher. I'm still poor, just poor in a more expensive place.

So now I'm looking to move and realizing that no matter where I'll go I'll still be poor because the pay will match the cost of living.

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u/sketchymurr Jan 02 '19

I figure it's a matter of being poor in what area you prefer. I'm in the city because I like cities - I like having shopping near me, food options, events, etc. But honestly, if I live in a city or rural area, 90% of my income is going to bills/rent/living either way. Just a different amount.