Hi All,
Software Engineer - Coming from San Antonio,
I am getting 90k and pay rents around 1000 dollar in one bhk ( family of 3) and recently got one offer in plano for 150k no bonus ,5k relocation.
But I am seeing high cost of living and rent prices are very high there. Please share your opinion on this move. Is it good offer for big city? Or should I wait for some other opportunity?

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I’d take a 60k pay cut to leave San Antonio

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Take it and never look back! It opens more door and more opportunities later with such huge increase. If you drive, you can manage some lower rent but the net will still be much better.

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There may be more opportunities in DFW, however the food is better in SA. #priorities

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The only food that’s better in SA is the Tex-mex. Every other cuisine you’ll be happier in DFW.

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It’s a before tax 60,000 raise. Even after taxes, that alone is more than enough for a mortgage on a great home in the area. I don’t see how you do not take it.

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Just go for it, it’s a no brainer. I did the same last year. Moved from Tampa to Plano and was in a very similar situation. Absolutely love it out here and I currently live in a 1br apartment along with my spouse, paying about ~1500 inclusive of water bill and trash pickup. Also 90k to 150k is a huge bump and this also gives you a leverage for future opps by setting this as a baseline. Personally, I haven’t felt like Plano is expensive, I felt it’s all the same while I visited ( Austin, San Antonio etc) expect for the rent in those cities which I haven’t checked

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Well, I’m sure you’re gonna find apartments in that price range too. I live in west Plano and it’s the most sought after location in Plano. It’s safe, closest to shopping and dining and all the corporate offices are just a 10 mins drive away

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San Antonio definitely has a lower cost of living, but that is an awesome pay increase! You’ve got to take it.

Give us details on the location of the job and we can help with neighborhoods that might be less expensive.

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Murphy or Wylie are less expensive, but I believe, Plano schools are ranked higher, if that matters.

McKinney is also a good option. Has very nice parks and hillier so seems more scenic.

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Take it my friend! Don’t hesitate. You won’t regret it.

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Take it! I left San Antonio in July 2021. I’m at 120K and live in a nice, newer complex in Frisco.

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