<prompt> Human: Im considering relocating from the South Florida area to greater D.C. area for work. Im a bit torn on accepting the job should I get it because of the differences in taxes in D.C. Theres no state income tax here in Florida so a 20,000 increase doesnt seem that much of a difference. Id basically be starting in an entirely new industry, but theres significant potential to grow and earn more later. I dont know, it may seem like a no brainer to most but Ive lived in Florida my entire life, so I really want to make the right choice. Im also concerned about the moving expenses associated with it. Any advice? Btw, Im single, no dependents, no major expenses at the moment, a couple grand in the bank, and really nothing holding me back besides the fact that Id be leaving my entire life behind.Anything helps!Edit: Perhaps I should have added that my salary would be 70k including benefits.Assistant: Use numbeo.com to compare cost of living differences. Im hoping your decision is based on career opportunities rather than salary increases, because youre not getting a whole lot. Factoring in taxes and COL differences.Its expensive in the DC area and so people generally commute. Has anyone ever told you about DC traffic, its mind numbing. 70kyr in DC is not a whole lot, thats really not a lot. You shouldnt look at this relocation as a pay increase because it isnt, your disposable income per month is likely going to look the same. Youll be in an area full of options though, if you plan on having a roommate you can live in a nicer area closer to work.Human: Thank you! Should have been more specific but fortunately I wont actually be working in the city... Ill be in the Springfield area. Commute shouldnt be as bad but its my understanding that Springfield is still costly.  <response>: I moved from the West Palm area to DC four years ago. Ill be coming back to Florida in July. Anyway, I will say on 70k, you wont be getting much for your money in the DC area. When I moved I was lucky enough to find a place that was just built so there were specials and my rent was only 1100 but most of my coworkers were paying between 1500 and 1700 and that was four years ago. If you dont have to go in the city youll be saving a lot of money. I think at one point I was paying about 60 a week for my commute using the metro and paying for parking. If this is a career opportunity I would take it but for the price increase, dont do it. The state taxes are brutal lol. 