u/Itsokayornot

Hi! I’m going to be living in New Jersey as an au pair. I’ll be earning $350 a week (before taxes so I’m actually not sure how much I’ll pay in taxes).
I’d really love to travel while I’m in the US to places like Hawaii, Puerto Rico, California, Boston, and other destinations are on my list. I also want to do one day trips to nyc every week, have an active social life, go out with friends, keep getting my nails done, and hopefully take acting classes.
On top of my au pair salary, my family will send me about $500 a month.
For those of you who have done the program or lived on a similar budget, how would you manage your money? How much would you set aside each week or month for travel, savings, NYC trips, fun, beauty, and hobbies? I’d love to hear what worked for you!

EDIT : guys thank you for all the insights. I may change my plans and focus on experiencing NYC and doing 2/3 trips on the east.

if i like the au pair programme i can extend and do another year in the west and get easier access to Cali and Hawaii.

nevertheless all the budgeting tips and how to save money are welcomed ! thank u!

Hi! I’m going to be living in New Jersey as an au pair. I’ll be earning $350 a week (before taxes so I’m actually not sure how much I’ll pay in taxes).
I’d really love to travel while I’m in the US to places like Hawaii, Puerto Rico, California, Boston, and other destinations are on my list. I also want to do one day trips to nyc every week, have an active social life, go out with friends, keep getting my nails done, and hopefully take acting classes.
On top of my au pair salary, my family will send me about $500 a month.
For those of you who have done the program or lived on a similar budget, how would you manage your money? How much would you set aside each week or month for travel, savings, NYC trips, fun, beauty, and hobbies? I’d love to hear what worked for you!

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