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I love how detailed you got with this analysis! In the past year, I made the switch from living and working downtown, to living in the suburbs and working downtown, to finally getting a job in the suburbs, so I feel like I’ve lived every extreme – and by far the most expensive one was the one with the big commute! Not only was I paying for a car (because The Suburbs) but I was paying for a monthly bus pass as well, which ran me a cool $125 a month. It was still cheaper than driving for 30 minutes one way and paying downtown parking rates, but wow – saving that has made a huge difference! And the time I save every day with my new 5-minute commute is still a luxury I don’t take for granted.
Awesome post – I’m glad I found your blog!
Hi Des,
Thanks! I’m glad you love the details. It’s great to be able to make the switch and find a job within such a short distance. The big commute cost does add up, especially when you have tolls and lots of highway miles to drive. That $125 monthly bus pass is a cool $1,500 addition to your savings. Awesome!
Cheers to you getting all that time back. Thanks for dropping by! We’re so happy that you and others are finding our blog.
Interesting analysis! I like the way the difference in cost more than justifies with the quality of living. Nothing in life is free my friend 🙂 but feels like you are gaining more than what you are spending. Excellent decision!
Hi! Yes, it’s been an awesome gain. Thanks for dropping in!