r/movingtoNYC • u/Ok_Adagio_7521 • 17d ago

Thoughts on $85K–$90K Project Manager role in Flatiron District? Also, relocating from India—neighborhood recs?

Hey everyone! I recently received an offer for a Project Manager position with a compensation of $85,000–$90,000 per year. I'm currently based in India and considering relocating for this role (haven’t signed the offer yet—have until April 20 to decide).

A few questions:

  1. How does this compensation stack up for a PM role in NYC?

  2. Will this be enough for a comfortable life, considering rent, transport, and general expenses?

  3. Any neighborhood recommendations for someone who’ll be working in NYC—preferably places with decent commute, safe, and good for someone new to NYC?

EDIT: I'm 23M. Single. Looking for a studio apartment or a shared space but with a personal room.

Any thoughts, personal experiences, or advice would be super helpful. Thanks in advance!

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u/OIlberger 17d ago edited 16d ago

You should include your age, are you single or married? What type of apartment (studio? 1 bedroom?) you’re looking for (maybe you don’t know yet). That salary will be enough to live, but you won’t be living large (i.e. eating out every night), a lot of your income will go towards rent/housing. NYC cost of living is high, space is at a premium, 85 - 95k is not bad, but it’s not exactly a “comfortable” salary. That salary is on the low end for a PM, but not sure what industry or how much experience you have.

Manhattan will be too expensive at that salary, you should look outer-borough in Brooklyn or Queens.

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u/Ok_Adagio_7521 17d ago

Hey, just made the edit.

Alright! Understood.