Is it possible to live alone on $93k? Remote role, no debt. Rents seem crazy high

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I moved to LA making $85k in 2014. Found a place to rent for $1450. Duh rents have gone up since then but if you are OK with a studio in a less desirable part of town, then yes you can make it work.

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Yes. It's possible with that salary. Just know that you'll be living in your car. But you'll be alone.

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Sounds a little difficult esp. if you have a car and have to pay for parking, gas, etc. but like someone else said, if you are okay w/ being in a less desirable area, then yes

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I got lots of hate on this post 😂 I don’t know why people comment just to be rude/unhelpful. To update- I did find a nice place in a good neighborhood within budget, so it is possible.

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