Cost of living in new york?

Question

How much money would i need to start a life in new york...as far as a place...and money for cabs and subway..and just living for a month till i can land a job? or what is a good strategy for making a big move like that?

Answer 1

my brother is living here. you'll never take a cab. unless you're the kind who doesn't like to dirty your armani suits or smudge your cufflinks. but his appt. is standard for $3,800 per month in east village, but he shares is with 2 other roommates. For you, I'd suggest you go on craigslist and find someone looking for a roomate in your area you want to live. for food, you can probably pull of $ 15- 20 a day. metrocards are $76 for 30 days unlimited use to metro and bus. it's the only transportation you'll need. i'd say just skimming by for a month.... maybe $2000- 2500 but no less than $2000 for sure.

Answer 2

if you mean the city, it can be pretty costly per month. you can get a pass for the subway that is good for a month although i don't know how much they are. taxis are good and bad. they can be faster than taking the subway due to the stops etc. the bad thing about taxis is traffic from day to day and how much you are willing to spend on the fare. it depends on where in the city you are living. trump towers are extremely price. i've heard that manhatten is fairly reasonable ($800 to $1200 a month).
i'd first get a job in the cuty and earn enough $ to make first month's rent plus the security deposit. than find an apartment that is within your budget and that is safe. third, i'd invest in a bike to save money (from using the subways and the taxis). maybe rent an apartment with a friend or 2 so the rent is cheaper for all of you.

Answer 3

It entirely depends on your apartment, and what you want to spend your money on. There are one bedroom apartments in Manhattan that can go for $1000-$2000 per month. Or, you can go to Queens and have a full living room and kitchen for around $800-$1000. You probably would need to find your job first, and then get a place that is relatively close... once you have that set, you'll know whether or not you need to take a subway to work or whether you can walk it. I would only really recommend taxis if it's very late at night or extremely hot out.

Answer 4

I moved here last year with $3,000. I hit the ground running so to speak and started searching for a job the 2nd day I was here. I found an apartment in Brooklyn, which I share with two roommates.

It's going to be tough at first, but I found an apartment after about a week... and I found a job after about a month. I don't know how typical that is, but if you really want something, you'll make it work.

Good luck.

Answer 5

A monthly subway pass is $76. Apartment prices vary drastically around the city (though always pretty high) -- surf newyork.craigslist.org for a sense of them in the neighborhoods that appeal to you. Beware apartments listed by a rental broker, as they will typically charge you a broker's fee equal to or greater than a month's rent.

While you're looking for a job, be diligent about avoiding taxis, alcohol, and restaurant meals in order to save money...you will have plenty of chances to enjoy those pleasures of New York once your finances are secure.

Good luck!