[IndianAstronaut]

>salaries here are $150k+ because the cost-of-living is crazy

This strikes me as unsustainable. A lot of the basic services will deteriorate quickly since those providing them cannot afford accommodation.

[km3k]

Most of the US doesn't have super-high cost-of-living and $150k+ salaries. Just the biggest cities do. Remember, the US is HUGE.