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Originally Posted by Unregistered
Yup, I agree. Which is why I was also advising the OP to take note of the costs. These things build up quickly, more so in Manhattan. Living in NY, don't expect a S$5 or US$3.50 lunch. More like US$8. I heard stories of people renting at the relatively cheaper Long Island and commuting daily.
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I did a rough check using s://smartasset.com/taxes/new-york-tax-calculator#OxZDmRxcBh
Let's compare the OP and a normal guy staying with his parents in Singapore.
At US$72k, he'll be taxed 30% leaving him with US$50,400. Per month, that's US$4,200. Rent for a small room can range US$800 to US$1,400. Going with the minimum, his monthly will be US$3,400 less rent, which at current exchange rate, is slightly under S$5,000.
So he's looking at S$5,000 a month post rent and tax. Still respectable for a starting salary.