What I Spend in a Week in NYC as a 23 year old
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- What I spend in a week as a 23 year old living in New York City. I really enjoyed this video concept and I've already thought about ways I can make my next one better. I hope you enjoy it. xx Lexie
Life costs money, that’s just a fact. However, the great thing about money is you can always make more.
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You’re living a nice fun life in NYC. It costs money, don’t let people make you feel bad about it
This was the best comment on the entire video.
I love how transparent you are about this side of your life! It's definitely interesting, I won't lie it pained me nearly everyday hearing the total. I adore you Lexie.
If I spent $500 in one week in Birmingham Alabama.. my week would’ve been a lot more glamorous😂 geez. The difference in the cost of living is STAGGERING.
Rachel S I’m in mobile LOL and same I can barely afford toilet paper😂😂😂😂
RIGHT! I also live in Bham and $30 gets you a niceeee meal
Honestly for the people saying she's "fiscally irresponsible" you have no idea how much she's earning/saving/paying for bills - this is literally just her generalized spending habits throughout a random week. There is so much unnecessary vilifying of people (especially women) who spend anything more than the "bare necessity"
(side note: if she were flaunting her wealth it'd be another issue but I don't feel like that's the intention here)
I love what you had to say, Cristina! And I think it's important to bear in mind that things aren't always as they seem. Not saying this is necessarily the case, but plenty of people seem to be "rich" (whatever that means to the person saying it), when in reality they are facing mountains of debt, or are the recipient of multiple generous gifts, or maybe a scenario I can't think of right now. It was brave of Lexie to honestly share a week of her financial life with us because finances are a private subject for a lot of people (including myself) and putting a video up on the internet like this can incite judgment in others. This is actually the first video of Lexie's that I've ever seen. So I hope this message resonates with anyone who needs it!
Love the video! I kinda estimated more thinking about rent and such, but would love to see another video of your expenses in a week when you’re not restricting yourself to “not spend”.
LOVED this video idea!! Super original and interesting to watch :) I love talking about money/budgeting/saving tips and think that it benefits everyone involved! Def make more like this!!!
Loooooved this video!!! It’s so interesting to hear other people’s expenses and spending habits although it’s “taboo”. Hope you make more!!
I really enjoyed this video! It's a fun way to have a vlog be informative, and also makes me think about the money I'm spending. I would love to see more of these!
Just leaving another comment. I love that you did this and were so honest with yourself and your viewers about it. money can be such a sensitive topic at times and also one that's really tempting to avoid thinking about. I can't even imagine how much money I must spend in a month on coffee to go. Even when I make coffee in the morning (which I do most mornings) I still end up spending on coffee out. I pick up food stuff here and there a lot of the time - meal prep and cooking at home are some of my biggest most consistent challenges. I don't actually buy a lot of extraneous things but sure, things like household stuff are a big part of my spending. Transportation too - I never seem willing to drop a lot of money at once on a monthly metro card even though I know it'll save me in the long run. Things like that. This video is helping me look at myself. I should probably do this...you know...I should probably budget! Big scary word!!! Would you believe I'm 37 and still struggle with this?!?! You're inspiring me. Thank you!
loved this. i got to FIT and it’s crazy how much money i spend to live in NYC. i beat myself up over sometimes but it was refreshing to see that i am not the only one who has to spend like that.
I love this concept and your transparency! There isn’t enough financial content out there for us 20-somethings living in expensive cities. Thanks for sharing!
I want to try this!!
Yeees please do Jenny!
Jenny I would looove to see it
Yes Jenny I would love to see it!!!
YES!!
Please do!
I loved this video Lexie! It’s very interesting to see the different spending habits of ppl especially if more young ppl from different places do it
love how open you are!! feels like you have a youtube channel just for your friends entertainment or something. new york lexie doing GREAT
you always have the dopest video ideas. Wishing you the best
this video just inspired me to make an excel spreadsheet of what ive spent in the past months, definitely needed the motivation :)
This is such a good video!! Really helps me make a budget for when I’m going to travel ❤️
Elo hitting the juul during happy birthday was the moment of the vlog
Thank you so much for sharing! I want to do the same, and see how much I spend in a week now. This was pretty informative and relatable.
wait i love this concept 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
DamonAndJo you two could really do something interesting with this concept
Clearly none of you live in NYC, this is the average spending rate for someone with a disposable income in the city, and when I say “someone with a disposable income in NYC", I mean someone who has extra money from income after bills. I'm in NO way saying this is average for everyone in the city, HOWEVER chances are if you moved to Manhattan for fun / by choice, you have a decent disposable income whether it's from your own income or parents funding. Obviously a lot of students in colleges in the city or people who have grown up in the city know how to not spend as much and have plenty of lil bodegas and local routines that keep them in their budget - but this is not above average for a semi-successful youtuber nor is it above average for someone in the upper middle class living in NYC. $50 for an uber is not unheard of, I’m not sure why all of you are freaking out over the budget I blow through this same amount in a week just living on Long Island. Y’all from Idaho need to take a sec to examine the pay-rate differences between the states before coming on here like she’s insane lmao. She's clearly making this video as a way of tracking her spending and trying to get a better grasp on it / prevent future unnecessary spending - no need to come on here and call her spoiled or try to point out the difference between your income levels! No one asked!
"y'all from idaho" lmaoooooooooooooo
Exactly same here
ubers in my city are $5.... but go off
Angela Elias I’m done she said Idaho 😂😂
katrina rector ok idaho
Loved this video, for NYC that’s really not bad. You should make more of these!
Ok let me say my honest opinion when your young and spending money on having fun and creating experiences for me it’s well worth every penny . That’s what u should be doing don’t let ppl make u feel bad for enjoying life that’s why ppl have mid life crisis their 40s ... u need to enjoy this time in your life Bc u don’t get it back . Of course everything in moderation but me myself personally when it comes to being around my friends and going out I’m all in.... as the end of the day sitting on our death bed it’s the memories we remember not how many houses we bought or how many cars I have ..
I hope you do more of these! I tracked every single thing I spend on a spreadsheet for a year, broken down by category, and it really opened my eyes. Food is my biggest vice!
But at least you're out there living EVERY DAY!
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This was such an interesting video to watch! I’ve never taken public transportation or used an Uber/cab so that was so fascinating to hear about the costs associated with that!
i loved this concept!! would be down for more like this or just this again to see how weeks differ :)
Hey Lexie! So glad your video popped up! Really loved it and I’m a new subscriber! So excited to share your journey! 💛🌻
Awe Lexi you’re my fav!!! Love this video too 😍
Thanks Lexie for the video! definitely interesting to look at home much you spent in a week (it's less easy to keep track now with card payments!), I had the impression that this will show the expenses of a week of living in NYC and I think that's what some of the commenters are complaining about, but clearly it isn't, it's just a random week with random expenses of you doing fun things (which is great!) but it doesn't give an insight on the expenses of living in NYC for those who are looking for such content. Revolut can be quite helpful for those who are trying to keep track!
Love the original video idea, i live in San Francisco and I know what it’s like, it’s definitely going to make me more conscious about my spending !!
I think this video is so interesting, so many times I feel so guilty for the Money I spend but its refreshing to know that this is the reality for everyone thank you for being so honest
Holy crap I used to watch you all the time like 7 years ago!!! This is so nostalgic
lexieeee do you ever read r29's money diaries? so interesting and they have a lot of different types of women (students, moms, ex-pats, etc)!
nora bf I haven’t, but I’ll check that out!
Lexie Lombard I agreed R29 money diaries are so good! I’m obsessed with it. I go into a money diary hole 😂
this was so cool!! i hope more youtubers do this
i love this concept!! keep doing more. i make $555 in a month so i have to be pretty frugal 😴
@kfreshify yes lol im a junior in college
Loved this video!! I find myself spending a similar amount! Would love to see more of there
your skin is GLOWING love that for u
such a good video idea! loved the video :) im gonna try it out!
i love everything about this video wow
First time I've ever seen your videos, and you are absolutely precious!!! SO pretty and love your energy. Truth be told, I am so, SO old enough to be your parent, and WOW, it is really interesting to see what's up with you youngins these days!! Discretionary income, for the daily fun stuff, is really hard to come by for many people these days!
You've clearly got a great life, and no shade, but I feel for all those young kids that don't even get to GO to college, let alone bounce around the city buying this and that.......the United States has become very much a place of the HAVE and the HAVE NOTS, in a much bigger way than ever before. Even with good old-fashioned hard work and determination, it can be very difficult to even EARN a spot with the HAVES!
But I'm happy to Sub, and looking forward to watching more videos!
you’re the coolest 💝 ily!!
hey lexie! would love to see a video on how you can afford nyc at 23!
CZcams , Parents, Saving
She works :)
@@AllySheehan What is her work?
Damn, most days I don’t spend any money at all
But you have to pay your rent and bills right?? I will add my utilities, food/water and rent into it.
I don't think she means that she is a saver but basically that she can blow away your amount of money because she doesn't have it.
Good for you?
cool! how do you eat?
@@toritosc theres something called a grocery store you buy food one day then eat it during the week so you dont have to eat out/ spend money on food. i think every country in the world has them but i may be wrong.
I love this video big lex dog! I think it would be interesting to include things like rent, subscriptions, school supplies, etc. ~ 😃
Also groceries
I need to go to Levain next time I'm in NY that cookie looked amazing lol
i'm from nyc, and some of these things i cringed at because there's better options imo, but she probably can afford to do it. so good for you girl! live your best life and ignore the rest xo
Omg !!! I remembered when Tyra had Channel. So good seeing her in you’re video
im obsessed with these videos! thank you lexie! just uploaded my own what i spend in a week in nyc where i tried to spend under $50 for the week 😭
Living in the city I totally relate to this! Love this video idea!
Thank you it's nice to see how young people enjoy life.
Lex! I love this video! I don’t know if you remember but I met you at the kehlani concert back in NYC a while ago! Since then I have started my CZcams channel up again so much love ♥️
It’s nice to see this type of video from NYC. I feel like we are an underrated CZcams state!
In certain areas of queens public transportation feels impossible. Like my nearest train stations are over a mile away and the buses a few blocks away. So I drive haha. I’m glad I found this video because I have not done this video but I know I can spend a couple of hundred in one day usually the weekends and this made me feel better because we do live in an expensive state! Great video :)
loved this!!! great idea
Wait I loved this it was so interesting
I loved this! Please do more, so interesting. I live in London and visited NYC for the first time in September - and I was SHOCKED by the uber prices hhahaha.... basically took the subway 24/7 after day one! Such a spenny city, but such a cool one :)
This inspired me a lot! I’m a 20 year old living in LA and just got my first full time job so I honestly might have to film a LA version of this once I save up :-) xox
yes!
LOVE this video idea Lexie🤗🤗
Love this concept, I should try and record my own spendings as well 🤔
Oh wow I love this idea yesss
I tag you!
use the buses! i was living in crown heights and when i had to go to bushwick or greenpoint it was maybe 20-30 min total waiting for the bus until i got to the destination :)
I was born and raised in Brooklyn. Thank god for that. I know how to budget in NYC
It's so hard not to spend in the city! Even today I tried to be cautious but being outside of the house all day I easily spent about $60 on food. Doesn't help that salads are $20 at most places here too haha - appreciate the video! Great one!
i literally LOVED this video okay miss frugal
I loved this vid! A cool concept
This is honestly realistic (at least for me 😂). I’m 24 working full time and live outside of Phoenix. I live in an urban, touristy city so obviously things are going to cost a lot. It’s interesting that your pricing in NYC is the same to me on the west coast. As long as you’re mindful of your spending who cares!
I havent read any of the negative comments and i dont plan on it. this was a great insight and pretty personal. great video, Id love to watch more like this lexie!
loveddd this video please do more! xoxo
It’s so so interesting to see how our money is spent! If I were to track my money, I think a majority would be spent on food and transportation.
So insightful, I guessed a lot more than it was
I definitely felt you on the uber/train thing 😩 I live in Queens. And before you guys judge the uber thing, its very difficult to get to places like Manhattan using the subway sometimes (depending on which part of the city you're going). Also the times difference between the two options can be from a 1.5hr train commute or a 20 min uber. Both options suck but if you're running late, weather is bad you just gotta take an uber.
LOOOVE money-related videos
Super interesting video, pls do more like this!!
I would love to see more of these videos!!!
I feel like so many of these comments are so judgey like "You spend *$$$* a day? That's more than my whole months pay-check". But then it's like the people commenting are either 16 or have a super low paying job. I'm 21 and I live in Sydney Australia. Granted I don't have to pay for Uni upfront, we have a much better loan system, but still I can afford this and still save. My parents don't front the bill. I think you would be surprised how many young women grind for it and don't rely on their parents. If you have a job, you can probably afford this lifestyle (not the Uber yikes). There is no need to shame Lexie if you haven't even gotten past high school yet but for some reason think you're an economic professor.
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Sooooo true. People don’t realize how expensive living is lol. I was actually surprised /impressed at how little Lexie spent. I don’t live in a big city and I def spend more than that weekly
.... There is nothing wrong with having a "super low paying job." Some of us are college students and can't work a full time job so we have to deal with random part time jobs that pay starting $7.25 or less... We could work full time but that is SUPER mentally draining. We don't have a choice :) Not all of us can drop a shit ton of money on clothes that we'll probably never wear or food that we really don't need.
@@simplyboppingK I feel like you completely missed the point of my comment
I live in Kenya this amount is what a middle class working adult makes. I'm about to graduate university and entry jobs for nurses are usually about $500 gross salary I guess it depends on where you live, and as for being able to live that lifestyle its a matter of making financially sound decisions in your life. Brave of her for putting up her business!!!
You should do this more often! Really enjoyed this video!
I'm also 23-year-old living in an expensive city (London) so I looked at exactly how much I spend for comparison. Excluding rent/bills I spent £193 last MONTH which averages at £48 per WEEK... Big difference! My trick is to make my own food/coffee at home, only take public transport, and I rarely shop unless I have to. (Edit: no judgement!)
loved this video!!
I found this super interesting. Now I’m curious to figure out what I spend in a normal week.
People who doesn't have enough money for the life they want and the ones who think they are the teachers of responsibility are SO mad right now.
Loved your video and transparency, thank you.
I had a serious talk with my frequent Lyft rides. 31 rides in September.
Denisha H. Denisha...
I also in Brooklyn and my spending is comparable ha. Have you looked in to the bus? I started taking it for Brooklyn to Brooklyn transport and it’s a game changer!
1. When I started watching your videos years ago, I didn't know that I was so close to your age 2. I think that how much you spend really depends on your desire to meal prep and the amount of energy you have to put out. I'm disabled (and currently live in Israel) so I will eat less out. (also a student, so I try to cook almost everything at home)
Thanks for sharing!! Really cool!
omg please do another video like this
Oh wow, I feel like I follow a similar lifestyle in London and probably spend around £250-300 max. I visited New York last year and thought they seemed similar in price for stuff but I guess not! So interesting
Even if you have a average salary job in NYC i find this kind of spending still happens. It’s interesting because integration of different types of people combined with the common attitude of eating out (there are ads targeted for eating out like cashback at restuarants or for seamless, on the subway trains where they target particular groups of lifestyle) and the lifestyle of eating out makes a $60 dinner considered good Lol! But i mean its NYC. I find This pattern is mainly of Manhatten and Brooklyn , by the way for anyone curious. And it’s also mainly of the gentrified areas, Most families in the outer bouroughs like The bronx and queens dont spend like this or families of lower income and parts of manhatten as well. However This remains as a particular lifestyle thats popular here in NYC, and Lexie’s lifestyle is obviously unique because of her job. Though Just for anybody who thinks NYC is exposed like this video, it is not. U got all types of lifestyle. Come visit for a year, and u shall see, Lol
I saw you at Isabel Marant!! But was too shy to say anything lol, you are gorgeous xx
ou im definitely gonna give this a try and see my spending is unreal lol
I am 26 live in a city and all of this seems like very normal spending. Although with New York being so expensive i think you have done very well :)
Fun video! Thanks for sharing!
I feel your pain. I live in Washington DC. I decided to get a smaller apartment, and live a 2 min walk from the Metro Station. I know it’s way more expensive in New York. So that might not be possible.
YOU’RE GORGEOUS
I'm a uni student in Australia, and her spending was my weekly pay (on a GOOD week) :')
I hope more youtubers start doing this it was so interesting
You should do a video like answering questions about living in New York City and being a female. Do you feel safe? Do you go places often alone??
UHG love this
As a 23 year old living in Brooklyn, I thought this was super realistic cost-wise and maybe even a little lower than expected for all the different things you did? The only reason I don't spend as much as you do in a week is because a lot of my friends are bartenders/work venues. Thank you for sharing!
Em Co the mommy daddy privilege is popping out in this one
Miki N Or maybe she is a self-sufficient student on a hustle. Just because someone is young and lives in NYC doesn’t mean that they are living off of their parents money.
koolk22 it’s not super realistic as a 23 year old lol i’m born and raised in nyc so i know how things work
Miki N I was also born an raised in Brooklyn. It all depends on where you want to live at. The neighborhoods make where you live super expensive.
love!!
Wow cool video!! Love it