USA Living Cost
Cost of living in the United States can differ depending on location and
lifestyle. Big cities like Los Angeles, New York and Chicago tend to have high
costs and quality of goods and other commodities but there are also a number of
states offering lower standards of living. Several people from all over the
world want to move into the country because of the very high salaries as well as
the abundance of job opportunities. The United States is the richest and most
powerful nation in the world. At present, it ranks 1st in terms of economy and
quality of life.
To help you budget more efficiently given below is a table according to each
state of America. These are the most educated estimates which we believe will
assist students in preparing effective budgets during their stay in United
States of America.
BASIC MONHELY EXPENSES
Rent (more expensive for inner city)
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$700 - $950 |
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Food (eating at home) |
$ 100 - $160 |
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Bills (gas, electricity, etc) |
$90 - $120 |
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Transport (at student concession rates) |
$70 - $90 |
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Other (entertainment, clothes etc.) |
$35+ |
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Telephone / postage |
$50 - $70 |
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TOTAL WEEKLY EXPENSES |
$1045 - $1425 |
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TOTAL YEARLY (52 WEEKS) EXPENSES |
$12,540 - $17,100 |
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