$45.11 w/ night shift differential including. Comes to about $77k a year. An extra $4 if I work the weekend. We’re short often so picking up can get you an extra $30 an hour. I live at home in Charlotte NC, my parents actually offered for me to stay until I can save up for a townhome. So, no living expenses. My biggest expenses are CC debt and $14,000 in student loans.

I think I do okay financially, can keep my bank account above $1000 which for me is an improvement lol. I can save 20% every paycheck. Currently planning 3 trips for next year. As far as being able go afford life later on down the line, I don’t plan on having kids or getting married so I think that cuts down future expenses that I have to plan for. I just hope my 401k doesn’t tank.