How much do I need to earn to live comfortably alone in Atlanta?

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Look up apartments in the area want to live in and the multiply that yearly cost by 4. If you want to live in an area where a 1br costs $1500/mo then to “comfortably” do it you need to make around $72K minimum

Assuming no kids - this ratio should allow you to cover all bills and save at least 15% of income

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I make exactly this. I'm comfortable and can save a little and still enjoy myself, but I do have to cut back when it comes to things like gym memberships or big vacations.

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75k

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200k+ to ball out

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I make $200k before taxes and it’s not enough 😭😭😭 but I’m a single parent of 2 kids in elementary lol

I still think to be comfy in this now expensive city you need at least $100k as a single person with no kids

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120k assuming you have no debt.

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