Re:The U.S. Is Driving Away Young Scientists
by yodsanklai on Tuesday November 10, 2026 @11:14AM
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> if you're a 20's-30's high performer, moving to the US can absolutely make sense
I agree with your comment, especially if you don't plan to raise a family in the US, but still I think the difference isn't as great as what you say.
You have similar investment options in the EU vs US. Tax is high in California. And you probably won't retire at 40 with $400 a year unless you've been very agressive and lucky with your investment.
I can talk about my person situation, big tech in EU, I contemplated relocation in the US (which my company would sponsor). I'd be better off financially in the US after a few years but worse job security and WLB, but it's not night and day. Main issue in EU + UK is lack opportunities compared other US, but there are some.
I agree with your comment, especially if you don't plan to raise a family in the US, but still I think the difference isn't as great as what you say.
You have similar investment options in the EU vs US. Tax is high in California. And you probably won't retire at 40 with $400 a year unless you've been very agressive and lucky with your investment.
I can talk about my person situation, big tech in EU, I contemplated relocation in the US (which my company would sponsor). I'd be better off financially in the US after a few years but worse job security and WLB, but it's not night and day. Main issue in EU + UK is lack opportunities compared other US, but there are some.