• Naura@lemmy.world
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    10 months ago

    This is a really good source of information by county:

    https://livingwage.mit.edu/

    One thing that people forget is that minimum wage is a factor as well. In texas a living wage is $14 and living wage of $25 in california. so you’d think you’d have a better cost of living in texas. However if you compare the minimum wage texas is $7.25 and california is $15.50.

    For the amount you work, california is a better deal. However that makes it harder for people to come move to california obviously.

    • Bartsbigbugbag@lemmy.ml
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      10 months ago

      Lol it says living wage for my area is $20/hr. At $1,400 median cost for a 1 bedroom, closer to $2000+ typically due to prioritization of luxury condos and apartments, there’s no way in hell anyone is making a living wage at $20/hr.