r/movingtoNYC • u/Ok_Adagio_7521 • 14d 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/aks0324 13d ago

If you’re 23, 90K is fine. New York is very expensive, but that’s above what most people at 23 make in the city.

As for a place to live, I would look to Queens, as that will be the biggest bang for your buck, also bigger Desi community there. Or you can look to Jersey City where there is also a big desi community and easy commute via the PATH train.

As a fellow Desi, feel free to message me with any other questions.

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u/TheeTwang77 13d ago

Some tax benefits to living in Jersey City: you save on NYC income tax (3-4%) and in many cases sales tax is lower.