Cost of Living Rankings – Miscellaneous – April 2012

Posted on June 24, 2012 by Xpatulator

Cost of living rank of Miscellaneous cost of living indexes as at April 2012 for all global locations. The indexes are calculated using the prices for specific quantities of the same goods and services in each location, based on expatriate spending patterns across 13 broad categories (Basket Groups). The calculators make use of the cost of living indexes, based on your input and Xpatulator’s data, to create reports online which you can save, e-mail or convert to a pdf file.

The top 10 Most expensive places – Miscellaneous Items Basket which includes Domestic Help, Dry Cleaning, Linen, Office Supplies, Newspapers and Magazines and Postage Stamps:
  1. Russia, Moscow
  2. Russia, Vladivostok
  3. Eritrea, Asmara
  4. Russia, Kaliningrad
  5. Eritrea, All Areas
  6. Russia, All Areas
  7. Russia, Nizhny Novgorod
  8. Russia, St. Petersburg
  9. Russia, Novosibirsk
  10. Central African Republic, Bangui
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Cost of Living Rankings – Personal Care – April 2012

Posted on June 21, 2012 by Xpatulator

 Cost of living rank of Personal Care cost of living indexes as at April 2012 for all global locations. The indexes are calculated using the prices for specific quantities of the same goods and services in each location, based on expatriate spending patterns across 13 broad categories (Basket Groups). The calculators make use of the cost of living indexes, based on your input and Xpatulator’s data, to create reports online which you can save, e-mail or convert to a pdf file.

 
The top 10 Most expensive places – Personal Care Basket which includes Cosmetics, Haircare, Moisturiser / Sun Block, Nappies, Pain Relief Tablets, Toilet Paper, Toothpaste and Soap / Shampoo / Conditioner:
  1. Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek
  2. Iran, Tehran
  3. Kyrgyzstan, All Areas
  4. Iran, All Areas
  5. Brazil, Sao Paulo
  6. Congo Democratic Rep, Kinshasa
  7. Slovakia, Bratislava
  8. Brazil, Rio de Janeiro
  9. Australia, Sydney
  10. Slovakia, All Areas
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Cost of Living Rankings – Household Accommodation – April 2012

Posted on June 20, 2012 by Xpatulator

Cost of living rank of Household cost of living indexes as at April 2012 for all global locations. The indexes are calculated using the prices for specific quantities of the same goods and services in each location, based on expatriate spending patterns across 13 broad categories (Basket Groups). The calculators make use of the cost of living indexes, based on your input and Xpatulator’s data, to create reports online which you can save, e-mail or convert to a pdf file.

The top 10 Most expensive places – Household Accommodation Basket which includes House / Flat Mortgage, House / Flat Rental, Household Electricity Consumption, Household Gas / Fuel Consumption, Household Water Consumption and Local Property Rates / Taxes / Levies:
  1. China, Hong Kong
  2. Japan, Tokyo
  3. Japan, Yokohama
  4. Japan, Nagoya
  5. China, Shanghai
  6. Japan, Kyoto
  7. Japan, Osaka
  8. Japan, Kawasaki
  9. Japan, Fukuoka
  10. Taiwan, Taipei
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COST OF LIVING RANKINGS – HEALTHCARE – APRIL 2012

Posted on June 18, 2012 by Xpatulator

 

Cost of living rank of Healthcare cost of living indexes as at April 2012 for all global locations. The indexes are calculated using the prices for specific quantities of the same goods and services in each location, based on expatriate spending patterns across 13 broad categories (Basket Groups). The calculators make use of the cost of living indexes, based on your input and Xpatulator’s data, to create reports online which you can save, e-mail or convert to a pdf file.

The top 10 Most expensive places – Healthcare Basket which includes General Practitioner Consultation rates, Hospital Private Ward Daily Rate, Non-Prescription Medicine and Private Medical Insurance / Medical Aid Contributions:
  1. Japan, Tokyo
  2. China, Hong Kong
  3. Australia, Sydney
  4. Switzerland, Zurich
  5. Switzerland, Geneva
  6. Australia, Canberra
  7. Japan, Yokohama
  8. Australia, Melbourne
  9. Switzerland, All Areas
  10. Australia, Perth

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Cost of Living Rankings – Groceries – April 2012

Posted on June 17, 2012 by Xpatulator

 

Cost of living rank of Grocery cost of living indexes as at April 2012 for all global locations. The indexes are calculated using the prices for specific quantities of the same goods and services in each location, based on expatriate spending patterns across 13 broad categories (Basket Groups). The calculators make use of the cost of living indexes, based on your input and Xpatulator’s data, to create reports online which you can save, e-mail or convert to a pdf file.

The top 10 Most expensive places – Groceries Basket which includes Baby Consumables, Baked Goods, Baking, Canned Foods, Cheese, Cleaning Products, Dairy, Fresh Fruits, Fresh Vegetables, Fruit Juices, Frozen, Meat, Oil & Vinegars, Pet Food, Pre-Prepared Meals, Sauces, Seafood, Snacks, Soft Drinks and Spices & Herbs:
  1. Japan, Tokyo
  2. Switzerland, Zurich
  3. Switzerland, Geneva
  4. Venezuela, Caracas
  5. Switzerland, All Areas
  6. Solomon Islands, Honiara
  7. USA, Honolulu HI
  8. Denmark, Copenhagen
  9. Korea Republic of, Seoul
  10. Korea Republic of, Daegu
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Cost of Living Rankings – Furniture & Appliances – April 2012

Posted on June 15, 2012 by Xpatulator

 

Cost of living rank of Furniture & Appliance cost of living indexes as at April 2012 for all global locations. The indexes are calculated using the prices for specific quantities of the same goods and services in each location, based on expatriate spending patterns across 13 broad categories (Basket Groups). The calculators make use of the cost of living indexes, based on your input and Xpatulator’s data, to create reports online which you can save, e-mail or convert to a pdf file.

 
The top 10 Most expensive places – Furniture & Appliances Basket which includes DVD Player, Fridge Freezer, Iron, Kettle, Toaster, Microwave, Light Bulbs, Television, Vacuum Cleaner and Washing Machine:
 
 
  1. Russia, Moscow
  2. Brazil, Sao Paulo
  3. Venezuela, Caracas
  4. Mali, Bamako
  5. Brazil, Rio de Janeiro
  6. Sao Tome and Principe, Sao Tome
  7. Nigeria, Lagos
  8. Venezuela, All Areas
  9. Nigeria, Abuja
  10. Brazil, Brasilia
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Cost of Living Rankings – Education – April 2012

Posted on June 14, 2012 by Xpatulator

Cost of living rank of Education cost of living indexes as at April 2012 for all global locations.

The indexes are calculated using the prices for specific quantities of the same goods and services in each location, based on expatriate spending patterns across 13 broad categories (Basket Groups). The calculators make use of the cost of living indexes, based on your input and Xpatulator’s data, to create reports online which you can save, e-mail or convert to a pdf file.
The top 10 Most expensive places – Education Basket which includes Crèche / Pre-School Fees, High School / College Fees, Primary School Fees and Tertiary Study Fees:
  1. Singapore, Singapore
  2. Angola, Luanda
  3. Angola, All Areas
  4. Venezuela, Caracas
  5. Venezuela, All Areas
  6. Australia, Sydney
  7. Australia, Canberra
  8. Australia, Perth
  9. Australia, Melbourne
  10. Australia, Brisbane
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Cost of Living Rankings – Communication – April 2012

Posted on June 13, 2012 by Xpatulator

 

Cost of living rank of Communication cost of living indexes as at April 2012 for all global locations. The indexes are calculated using the prices for specific quantities of the same goods and services in each location, based on expatriate spending patterns across 13 broad categories (Basket Groups). The calculators make use of the cost of living indexes, based on your input and Xpatulator’s data, to create reports online which you can save, e-mail or convert to a pdf file.

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The top 10 Most expensive places – Communication Basket which includes Home Telephone Rental and Call Charges, Internet Connection and service, provider fees, Mobile / Cellular Phone Contract and Calls:
  1. Solomon Islands, Honiara
  2. Solomon Islands, All Areas
  3. Equatorial Guinea, Malabo
  4. Equatorial Guinea, All Areas
  5. New Caledonia, Noumea
  6. New Caledonia, All Areas
  7. Senegal, Dakar
  8. Senegal, All Areas
  9. Latvia, Riga
  10. Latvia, All Areas
 
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Cost of Living Rankings – Clothing – April 2012

Posted on June 12, 2012 by Xpatulator

 

Cost of living rank of Clothing cost of living indexes as at April 2012 for all global locations. The indexes are calculated using the prices for specific quantities of the same goods and services in each location, based on expatriate spending patterns across 13 broad categories (Basket Groups). The calculators make use of the cost of living indexes, based on your input and Xpatulator’s data, to create reports online which you can save, e-mail or convert to a pdf file.

 
 
The top 10 Most expensive places – Clothing Basket which includes Business Suits, Casual Clothing, Children’s Clothing and footwear, Coats and hats, Evening Wear, Shoe Repairs and Underwear:
  1. Belarus, Minsk
  2. Belarus, All Areas
  3. Brazil, Sao Paulo
  4. Brazil, Rio de Janeiro
  5. USA, New York (Manhattan) NY
  6. Bahrain, Manama
  7. USA, New York (Brooklyn) NY
  8. Venezuela, Caracas
  9. Bahrain, All Areas
  10. Brazil, Brasilia
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Cost of Living Rankings – Alcohol & Tobacco – April 2012

Posted on June 11, 2012 by Xpatulator

Cost of living rank of Alcohol & Tobacco cost of living indexes as at April 2012 for all global locations. The indexes are calculated using the prices for specific quantities of the same goods and services in each location, based on expatriate spending patterns across 13 broad categories (Basket Groups). The calculators make use of the cost of living indexes, based on your input and Xpatulator’s data, to create reports online which you can save, e-mail or convert to a pdf file.

Alcohol & Tobacco costs include items such as alcohol at a bar, beer, locally produced spirit, whiskey, wine (where alcohol is legally sold) and tobacco related products.
The top 10 Most expensive places – Alcohol & Tobacco Basket (Note Alcohol only where legally sold), this includes Alcohol at Bar, Beer, Cigarettes, Locally Produced Spirit, Whiskey and Wine:
  1. Norway, Oslo
  2. Norway, All Areas
  3. Thailand, Bangkok
  4. Brazil, Sao Paulo
  5. Vanuatu, Port Vila
  6. Colombia, Bogota
  7. Thailand, All Areas
  8. Brazil, Rio de Janeiro
  9. Jordan, Amman
  10. Australia, Sydney

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