the math for a single person:
* $60k/yr = net ~$1800 2x/mo [reality is less]
* $60k / 40 = $1500 max rent w/o guarantor [27 listings citywide on streeteasy]
* basics: $375 groceries, $132 metrocard, $75 phone bill, $70 internet, $70 gas/electric, $70 health insurance