Got an offer from a startup for a Process chemistry, RA 2 position in San Francisco. Base salary is 91k, 10% bonus with 10k sign on bonus. Currently making 75k with 10%bonus in Boston at Sanofi. I would prefer SF weather and am wondering whether or not the move is worth it financially speaking (don’t know is SF is way more expensive than Boston or not). Any advice would be appreciated !

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I live in SF. The weather is great most of the time but also lots of cold, gloomy, windy days. Depending on which side you live in. It’s also not worth it long term if you’re looking to settle down & start a family. Only my friends who inherited or have really rich parents were able to put a down payment on a home (outside of sf like Marin or in the peninsula) I’d choose boston if you’re already somewhat familiar with the area. I prefer living in boston but my family & friends are in California

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I hear ya - thing is it’s the same up here in Boston, real estate prices are insane. Long term neither of these two seem worth it…

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