Salary Needed To Achieve the American Dream in 11 East Coast Cities

Life on the East Coast generally requires earning a substantial amount of money for a comfortable lifestyle. At a minimum, you would need to make at least $101,000 in Baltimore. Meanwhile, those residing comfortably in New York City must earn $220,000 annually.

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GOBankingRates uncovered the salary needed to achieve the American dream in the 50 largest U.S. cities by doubling the cost of living and pulled each East Coast city to rank.

New York City

  • Household income for the American dream: $220K
  • Total annual cost of living: $110K
  • Grocery costs per year: $10,565
  • Average monthly mortgage cost: $4,656

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