I moved from Seattle to rural KY. I left a six figure job for a less than six figure job and am living much better.
What good do six figures do when they all go to rent/mortgage and taxes?
I agree. $100,000 in D.C. or New York is nothing when you consider the cost of living. Rent in either city can run $2500 for a 600 sq. ft. apartment, or if you prefer to buy a similar sized apartment, $500,000 will be the buying price.