• AA5B@lemmy.world
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      11 months ago

      What’s the right number? This is NY CITY, which is a pretty high cost of living. The “right number” should be higher than most places

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        11 months ago

        The average rent in NYC is $4300, a worker making $16hr would need to work 268 hours a month, to just cover rent.