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Monicas rent-controlled apartment didnt hurt.
Life for a twenty-something in New York City wasnt cheap, though.
It sucks youre going to love it!
Over 10 seasons, she achieved her goals the hard way.
Exactly how much green did Rachel have and how did she afford her fashionable NYC lifestyle?
Read on to find out how she pulled it off.
She Had Roommates And Cheap Rent
For starters, Rachel moved in with Monica.
The cost is an unheard-of$200 per month, which the women presumably split.
In fact, Rachel always had a roommate onFriends.
(Theywereon sale, though.)
While thenational minimum wagewhen the series premiered in 1994 was $4.25, those who earned tips (e.g.
a coffeehouse server) made a base of $2.15/hour.
The Financial Diet estimated thatRachels Central Perk wageswere likely about $200/week or $10,400/year.
Upon receivingher first paycheck, she also learned an important lesson about income tax.
Whys he getting all my money?
Central Perk was only a stepping stone.
Eventually, Rachel found a job more aligned with her interests in the fashion industry.
she asked Joey and Phoebe.
