1. Iceland Cost-of-living index: 123.96 Local purchasing power: 87.84 Iceland's high cost of living isn't due to housing. You can rent a home for less than half of what you could in the Big Apple. It's food that's pricey -- you'll spend 33% more to eat out and 19% more on groceries compared to New York. And the local purchasing power is lower than all but one of the other top 15 most expensive countries.
2. Switzerland Cost-of-living index: 131.39 Local purchasing power: 126.15 Switzerland has one of the highest costs of living in the world -- 31% higher than in New York City -- plus the world's most expensive groceries. Rents are half of what you'd pay in the Big Apple, but worldwide income tax can run up to 40%. You're even taxed for living in your own home. However, Swiss citizens at least enjoy purchasing power that's 26% higher compared to New York.
7. Singapore Cost-of-living index: 91.40 Local purchasing power: 95.89 Life in Singapore costs only slightly less than in New York City. Renters will notice prices that are 28% less compared to the Big Apple.
8. Japan Cost-of-living index: 86.58 Local purchasing power: 107.35 With an overall cost of living that's 13% lower compared to New York City, Japan also offers rents that are 74% cheaper than what you'd pay in New York. Expect to pay 8% less for groceries and around 51% less to eat out, all while enjoying a purchasing power that's at least 7% greater than what New Yorkers are used to.
9. Israel Cost-of-living index: 86.53 Local purchasing power: 102.30 Although Israel has a high cost of living, it's still 13% cheaper than life in New York City. The biggest savings come from rent, which is 64% cheaper by comparison. Make Your Money Work for You
10. Ireland Cost-of-living index: 85.45 Local purchasing power: 96.10 Rounding out the top 10 most expensive countries to live in, Ireland is still 15% less expensive to live in compared to New York City. You'll notice the most significant savings on rent, which is typically 53% cheaper.
11. Australia Cost-of-living index: 84.30 Local purchasing power: 122.98 Although Australia is one of the most expensive countries to live in, residents enjoy some of the highest purchasing power in the world. The country ranks No. 5 in this regard, granting its citizens 23% more purchasing power than in New York City.
12. France Cost-of-living index: 83.86 Local purchasing power: 101.21 France has a high cost of living, but it's also 16% less expensive compared to life in New York City. You save the most on rent, which is typically 71% cheaper. Make Your Money Work for You
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