Planning your dream move or visit on a budget you'd be wise to avoid these expensive locations
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For this list we're using
2019 data from Eurostat based on typical household consumption expenditure while the cost of living may vary considerably
From region to region across these nations these figures tell a pricey overall story
Number 10 the Netherlands famous for its fusion of cultures and rich artistic heritage
the Netherlands draws people from around the world thanks to its excellent work opportunities and general safety in the first three quarters of
2018 the population grew by nearly
70,000 people as a result of net migration while average salaries are reasonably high those living in city centres should expect to spend around
42% of their wages on rent with an additional 7% on bills it
costs to be fashionable as well with a branded pair of jeans typically costing a whopping eighty four euros or
over 93 US dollars
tourists beware
Number 9: the United Kingdom there is significant wealth
inequality across the UK with London contributing most heavily in skewing the figures the capital of England is estimated to be
54 percent more expensive than Manchester England's unofficial second city British. People do love to eat out whether in restaurants or cafes
That's not to say the convenience comes cheap
Even an inexpensive meal for one will set you back in the environs of 13 to 15 bucks not including tip
But hey considering the attractions across the country it's worth it
As long as you have your eyes open about the costs number 8 Sweden known for its Alpine delights and beautiful people
Sweden is a nation of clean living and scenic views
Perhaps their healthy lifestyles are aided by the fact that a bottle of beer can cost anywhere from 6 to 10 US dollars
Well, there's no real culture of tipping in the Scandinavian nation. That's one expensive round of drinks, though
The nation boasts the third fastest internet speeds on the planet. This service comes at a reasonably modest cost of
287 Swedish Krona per month equivalent to around 30 US dollars
business travelers a bigger hit to your wallet will be the cost of dry-cleaning which can come in at an extortion at
350 Crona it's almost 50 bucks so much for clean
Living! number 7 Finland Finland may hold ranked as the happiest country on the planet
but a high quality of life definitely comes at a premium cost the Finns are world leaders when it comes to
Environmentally progressive policies and actions a single leader of gas in Helsinki will cost you the equivalent of $1 78 us
Placing it as the third most expensive country in the world for fuel
the Finnish government has also imposed high taxes on tobacco and soft drinks pushing prices to around a
50% premium when compared to typical costs in the u.s. So a trip there may be a good time to stop smoking
number six Luxembourg
There is a premium price on space in this tiny landlocked nation average rental prices in the most popular cities in Luxembourg
hover around 1400 euros for a one-bedroom apartment and
Hotels ain't cheap either if you're skiing lift tickets are gonna cost you a very pretty penny
For some very pretty mountain slopes mind you now there is an excellent public transport network across the nation
But for those looking to travel in private taxi fares will come at a big hit to your wallet
averaging around four dollars every one and a half miles
Number five Ireland you'll need to discover a pot of gold to live here comfortably at 57 percent above the European average
Ireland is now the most expensive place in Europe to run a house with combined rental power and maintenance costs racking up to Gideon levels
following a boom in the tech industry over the last decade rents in Dublin are estimated to have more than doubled since
2012 even a standard meal at McDonald's will set you back around 10 bucks
But again, if you're just visiting rather than living here you can spend wisely and still have a good if pricey time
Number 4 Denmark with a minimum wage equivalent to around 18 US dollars per hour
The cost of living in Denmark is roughly equitable when set in line with Danish salaries
strong labor unions balance out the high income taxes to ensure that the average worker can live within their means in any part of the
Country but for tourists and visitors it might be sensible to budget before your trip
Denmark takes the top spot in europe when it comes to the typical cost for consumer goods
Additionally new cars bikes and motorcycles are more expensive than anywhere else on the continent
So don't come here looking for a harley number 3 norway another nordic nation
there's a clear correlation between
Cost of living and the overall happiness of the nation as Norway is another consistent top performer of global happiness reports
Groceries in Norway are around
63% higher than the EU average ranking as the most expensive nation for bread cereal fruit vegetables and dairy products
Perhaps this shouldn't be a surprise given the nation's strict controls and laws on food imports
However, it's not all bad
Those high prices have clearly led to people shopping more carefully with Norwegians being proven to waste very little of their food
following an active campaign to reduce food waste by 50% by 2030
number 2
Switzerland
Regularly listed as one of the most expensive nations on the planet for tourists
Living in Switzerland can be equally taxing on your bank account
in fact
the cost of living in switzerland is 94 percent higher than our 9th place entry on this list the United Kingdom if you move here
Compulsory health insurance in Switzerland will set you back at least
335 US dollars per month with average transport costs adding on another
468 dollars according to The Economist's Big Mac index
Just the basic sandwich costs to the equivalent of six dollars and forty-five cents. Are you loving that?
number one Iceland
It's not just the hot springs that will make you sweat in Iceland
Average monthly bills for their three hundred and fifty five thousand citizens are higher than any other place in Europe with such a tiny population
the country struggles to compete on economies of scale
Meaning that everyone ends up paying a premium for even the most basic of imported goods a plain cheese
Pizza and a glass of wine will cost the equivalent of $30 u.s
But despite all this Iceland is still polled among the happiest places in the world
the booming tourist sector
Travelers deem it worth it. Do you agree with our picks?
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