My wife and I want to move to San Diego. How much money would you consider a comfortable amount to go with?|155569

We figure it will take month to get jobs and get settled.Is this accurate?

well, you didnt say wether you are looking to rent a house or an apartment. Either way, a 1 bedroom apartment goes from about 800-1000 for an _o.k._ neighborhood. Higher end places will obvioulsy be more. A 1 or 2 bed room house will go for around $1200-$1300.
In each instance also figure around $1000 for a deposit. Some utilities require a deposit as well. I would try to have 2 months rent, plus deposit and gas and food money. Also utilities.
If possible look into jobs before you move out. Maybe you can transfer from your current job. Even if one of you does that it will be helpful.
OR
Get lots of job interviews ahead of time. Set them up for the first few day you will be in town.
If you are looking for a house, maybe consider moving into an apartment first, then finding a house after you get jobs. Look for an apartment that no lease, instead find one thats month-to-month.
if you have lots of stuff, you may want to put it in storage so you dont get comfy. i know a place where the first month is free,and if you move all your stuff out within the first month you only pay like $20
good luck.

A LOT! The cost of living is Extremely high. If you are going to rent, you must have first, last, plus deposit. Be prepared to pay (depending where you chose to live) $1400.00-2500.00 a month for rent. My daughter pays 1400.00 for a studio apt. The tags for your car, are Extremely high too, along with getting your car thru _smog check_ and your car will NEVER run the same again.......I suggest you REALLY give this move some thought....Good Luck to you.

a lot.

living expenses are ridiculously high here, i_ve seen small, two bedroom apartments up for over $1000 a month.

i think it depends what area you_ll be moving to, though. near the beaches and downtown, the costs will be higher.

It is possible to find apartments in good neighborhoods for about $800/mo. I say bring $3,000 if you can.