Living in rural area of Northern California, I don’t often give much thought to the challenges faced by city dwellers until I see a television program or article that brings their plight to mind.  This morning I came across an article about Frommer’s NYC Free and Dirt Cheap by Ethan Wolfe  and I realize how fortunate I am to not be looking to economize in a large city!

Here the questions go beyond the amusing… “where can I pay less for corkage fees or theater tickets?” to more practical “where can I get a box of Mini-Wheats for less than $6?” or “what if I need medical care?” Let’s face it, not everyone who lives in NYC can afford to go the theater or worry about bringing a bottle of wine to dinner at a nice restraurant.

Not everyone in NYC is a stock broker or attorney.  Someone has to be minding those tables, tending bar or teaching school!  My question is how does the average Joe or Jan afford to pay rent?  How far do they need to commute before they can afford it?

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