[BoorishBears]

Is that really so bad? Here in CT I payed 1.2k for studio with similar amenities. A mid-level developer making 75k +-20k is normal here. A mid-level developer making 170k +-20k is normal there.

You obviously lose some disposable income, but in exchange you're in Sunnyvale. The job market there makes CT's look like a joke and for growth as far as income is concerned in incredibly limited in most parts of CT compared to any areas around Sunnyvale, making it a great deal for younger people.

[Techonomicon]

170-200 is not normal for mid level when average is 150 despite what people like about.

[BoorishBears]

The range I mentioned is 150k-190k. 75k is also the number people talk about when 60k is a lot easier to find so I think the scales a pretty even