USA, Boston Mass Cost of Living April 2010

Posted on June 25, 2010 by Xpatulator

Country Full Name: United States of America.

Location: The United States of America (USA) is in North America, bordering both the North Atlantic Ocean and the North Pacific Ocean, between Canada and Mexico.

Country Climate: Mostly temperate, but tropical in Hawaii and Florida, arctic in Alaska, semiarid in the great plains west of the Mississippi River, and arid in the Great Basin of the southwest; low winter temperatures in the northwest are ameliorated occasionally in January and February by warm chinook winds from the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains.

Country Terrain: Vast central plain, mountains in west, hills and low mountains in east; rugged mountains and broad river valleys in Alaska; rugged, volcanic topography in Hawaii.

Major Languages: English.

Major Religions: Christianity.

Country Population: 304.4 million (2008 est.) 307.2 million (2009 est.).

Country Economy: The economy of the United States is a capitalist mixed economy, fueled by abundant natural resources, a well-developed infrastructure, and high productivity. The U.S. economy is the largest national economy in the world, with an estimated gross domestic product (GDP) equal to a quarter of nominal global GDP and a fifth of global GDP at purchasing power parity.

Currency: US Dollar (USD).

Country Inflation: 3.8% (2008 est.) -0.4% (2009 est.).

City: Boston is the capital and largest city of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and is one of the oldest cities in the United States.

City Economy: Boston’s colleges and universities have a major impact on the city and region’s economy. Boston’s schools are major employers and attract high-tech industries to the city and surrounding region. Boston is home to a number of technology companies and is a hub for biotechnology.

Cost of Living: Boston has an overall cost of living index which equates it with high cost of living locations. The overall cost of living index is comprised of the prices for defined quantities of the same goods and services across all 13 Basket Groups. Boston is currently ranked 69 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.

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USA, Baltimore Md Cost of Living April 2010

Posted on June 25, 2010 by Xpatulator

Country Full Name: United States of America.

Location: The United States of America (USA) is in North America, bordering both the North Atlantic Ocean and the North Pacific Ocean, between Canada and Mexico.

Country Climate: Mostly temperate, but tropical in Hawaii and Florida, arctic in Alaska, semiarid in the great plains west of the Mississippi River, and arid in the Great Basin of the southwest; low winter temperatures in the northwest are ameliorated occasionally in January and February by warm chinook winds from the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains.

Country Terrain: Vast central plain, mountains in west, hills and low mountains in east; rugged mountains and broad river valleys in Alaska; rugged, volcanic topography in Hawaii.

Major Languages: English.

Major Religions: Christianity.

Country Population: 304.4 million (2008 est.) 307.2 million (2009 est.).

Country Economy: The economy of the United States is a capitalist mixed economy, fueled by abundant natural resources, a well-developed infrastructure, and high productivity. The U.S. economy is the largest national economy in the world, with an estimated gross domestic product (GDP) equal to a quarter of nominal global GDP and a fifth of global GDP at purchasing power parity.

Currency: US Dollar (USD).

Country Inflation: 3.8% (2008 est.) -0.4% (2009 est.).

City: Baltimore is an independent city and the largest city and cultural center of the U.S. state of Maryland.

City Economy: Baltimore is a major U.S. seaport and is situated closer to major Midwestern markets than any other major seaport on the East Coast. Baltimore has a modern service economy providing a growing financial, business, and health service base for the southern Mid-Atlantic region.

Cost of Living: Baltimore has an overall cost of living index which equates it with middle cost of living locations. The overall cost of living index is comprised of the prices for defined quantities of the same goods and services across all 13 Basket Groups. Baltimore is currently ranked 119 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.

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USA, Atlanta GA Cost of Living April 2010

Posted on June 25, 2010 by Xpatulator

Country Full Name: United States of America.

Location: The United States of America (USA) is in North America, bordering both the North Atlantic Ocean and the North Pacific Ocean, between Canada and Mexico.

Country Climate: Mostly temperate, but tropical in Hawaii and Florida, arctic in Alaska, semiarid in the great plains west of the Mississippi River, and arid in the Great Basin of the southwest; low winter temperatures in the northwest are ameliorated occasionally in January and February by warm chinook winds from the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains.

Country Terrain: Vast central plain, mountains in west, hills and low mountains in east; rugged mountains and broad river valleys in Alaska; rugged, volcanic topography in Hawaii.

Major Languages: English.

Major Religions: Christianity.

Country Population: 304.4 million (2008 est.) 307.2 million (2009 est.).

Country Economy: The economy of the United States is a capitalist mixed economy, fueled by abundant natural resources, a well-developed infrastructure, and high productivity. The U.S. economy is the largest national economy in the world, with an estimated gross domestic product (GDP) equal to a quarter of nominal global GDP and a fifth of global GDP at purchasing power parity.

Currency: US Dollar (USD).

Country Inflation: 3.8% (2008 est.) -0.4% (2009 est.).

City: Atlanta is the capital and most populous city in the state of Georgia.

City Economy: Atlanta ranks third in the number of Fortune 500 companies, behind New York City, and Houston. Several major national and international companies are headquartered in Atlanta or its nearby suburbs. Atlanta is considered to be one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the United States.

Cost of Living: Atlanta has an overall cost of living index which equates it with middle cost of living locations. The overall cost of living index is comprised of the prices for defined quantities of the same goods and services across all 13 Basket Groups. Atlanta is currently ranked 174 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.

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USA, Anchorage AK Cost of Living April 2010

Posted on June 25, 2010 by Xpatulator

Country Full Name: United States of America.

Location: The United States of America (USA) is in North America, bordering both the North Atlantic Ocean and the North Pacific Ocean, between Canada and Mexico.

Country Climate: Mostly temperate, but tropical in Hawaii and Florida, arctic in Alaska, semiarid in the great plains west of the Mississippi River, and arid in the Great Basin of the southwest; low winter temperatures in the northwest are ameliorated occasionally in January and February by warm chinook winds from the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains.

Country Terrain: Vast central plain, mountains in west, hills and low mountains in east; rugged mountains and broad river valleys in Alaska; rugged, volcanic topography in Hawaii.

Major Languages: English.

Major Religions: Christianity.

Country Population: 304.4 million (2008 est.) 307.2 million (2009 est.).

Country Economy: The economy of the United States is a capitalist mixed economy, fueled by abundant natural resources, a well-developed infrastructure, and high productivity. The U.S. economy is the largest national economy in the world, with an estimated gross domestic product (GDP) equal to a quarter of nominal global GDP and a fifth of global GDP at purchasing power parity.

Currency: US Dollar (USD).

Country Inflation: 3.8% (2008 est.) -0.4% (2009 est.).

City: Anchorage is a consolidated city-borough in the state of Alaska.

City Economy: Anchorage’s largest economic sectors include transportation, military, local and federal government, tourism, and resource extraction. Large portions of the local economy depend on Anchorage’s geographical location and surrounding natural resources. The Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is the world’s third busiest airport by cargo traffic, surpassed only by Memphis and Hong Kong. This traffic is strongly linked to Anchorage’s location along great circle routes between Asia and the lower 48 states.

Cost of Living: Anchorage has an overall cost of living index which equates it with middle cost of living locations. The overall cost of living index is comprised of the prices for defined quantities of the same goods and services across all 13 Basket Groups. Anchorage is currently ranked 94 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.

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Uruguay, Montevideo Cost of Living April 2010

Posted on June 25, 2010 by Xpatulator

Country Full Name: Oriental Republic of Uruguay.

Location: Uruguay is in Southern South America, bordering the South Atlantic Ocean, between Argentina and Brazil.

Country Climate: Warm temperate; freezing temperatures almost unknown.

Country Terrain: Mostly rolling plains and low hills; fertile coastal lowland.

Major Languages: Spanish, Portunol or Brazilero (Portuguese-Spanish mix).

Major Religions: Christianity.

Country Population: 3.3 million (2008 est.) 3.4 million (2009 est.).

Country Economy: The economy is largely based on agriculture (making up 10% of GDP and the most substantial export) and the state sector. Uruguay’s economy relies heavily on trade, particularly in agricultural exports, leaving the country vulnerable to slumps in commodity prices.

Currency: Uruguayan Peso (UYU).

Country Inflation: 7.9% (2008 est.) 7.5% (2009 est.).

City: Montevideo is the largest city, the capital, and the chief port of Uruguay.

City Economy: Montevideo is the economic hub of Uruguay and is home to approximately one third of the population.

Cost of Living: Montevideo has an overall cost of living index which equates it with middle cost of living locations. The overall cost of living index is comprised of the prices for defined quantities of the same goods and services across all 13 Basket Groups. Montevideo is currently ranked 158 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.

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United Kingdom, London Cost of Living April 2010

Posted on June 25, 2010 by Xpatulator

Country Full Name: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

Location: The United Kingdom is in Western Europe, and consists of islands including the northern one-sixth of the island of Ireland between the North Atlantic Ocean and the North Sea, northwest of France.

Country Climate: Temperate; moderated by prevailing southwest winds over the North Atlantic Current; more than one-half of the days are overcast.

Country Terrain: Mostly rugged hills and low mountains; level to rolling plains in east and southeast.

Major Languages: English.

Major Religions: Christianity.

Country Population: 61.3 million (2008 est.) 61.5 million (2009 est.).

Country Economy: The economy of the United Kingdom is that of a major developed capitalist economy. The United Kingdom is one of the world’s most globalised countries. The British economy is made up of the economies of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. In 1973, the UK acceded to the European Economic Community which is now known as the European Union after the ratification of the Treaty of Maastricht in 1993. The UK economy had been one of the strongest EU economies in terms of inflation, interest rates and unemployment, all of which remained relatively low until the 2008-09 recession, when unemployment rose dramatically, and interest rates fell to 0.5%.

Currency: British Pound (GBP).

Country Inflation: 3.6% (2008 est.) 1.9% (2009 est.).

City: London is the capital of England and the United Kingdom. It is the UK’s largest and most populous metropolitan area and the largest urban zone in the European Union.

City Economy: London is a leading global city and the world’s largest financial centres with the largest city GDP in Europe. Central London is home to the headquarters of most of the UK’s top 100 listed companies (the FTSE 100) and more than 100 of Europe’s 500 largest. London’s influence in politics, finance, education, entertainment, media, fashion, the arts and culture in general contributes to its global position. It is a major tourist destination for both domestic and overseas visitors.

Cost of Living: London has an overall cost of living index which equates it with high cost of living locations. The overall cost of living index is comprised of the prices for defined quantities of the same goods and services across all 13 Basket Groups. London is currently ranked 30 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.

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USA, Atlanta GA Cost of Living April 2010

Posted on June 25, 2010 by Xpatulator

Country Full Name: United States of America.

Location: The United States of America (USA) is in North America, bordering both the North Atlantic Ocean and the North Pacific Ocean, between Canada and Mexico.

Country Climate: Mostly temperate, but tropical in Hawaii and Florida, arctic in Alaska, semiarid in the great plains west of the Mississippi River, and arid in the Great Basin of the southwest; low winter temperatures in the northwest are ameliorated occasionally in January and February by warm chinook winds from the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains.

Country Terrain: Vast central plain, mountains in west, hills and low mountains in east; rugged mountains and broad river valleys in Alaska; rugged, volcanic topography in Hawaii.

Major Languages: English.

Major Religions: Christianity.

Country Population: 304.4 million (2008 est.) 307.2 million (2009 est.).

Country Economy: The economy of the United States is a capitalist mixed economy, fueled by abundant natural resources, a well-developed infrastructure, and high productivity. The U.S. economy is the largest national economy in the world, with an estimated gross domestic product (GDP) equal to a quarter of nominal global GDP and a fifth of global GDP at purchasing power parity.

Currency: US Dollar (USD).

Country Inflation: 3.8% (2008 est.) -0.4% (2009 est.).

City: Atlanta is the capital and most populous city in the state of Georgia.

City Economy: Atlanta ranks third in the number of Fortune 500 companies, behind New York City, and Houston. Several major national and international companies are headquartered in Atlanta or its nearby suburbs. Atlanta is considered to be one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the United States.

Cost of Living: Atlanta has an overall cost of living index which equates it with middle cost of living locations. The overall cost of living index is comprised of the prices for defined quantities of the same goods and services across all 13 Basket Groups. Atlanta is currently ranked 174 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.

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United Kingdom, Leeds Cost of Living April 2010

Posted on June 25, 2010 by Xpatulator

Country Full Name: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

Location: The United Kingdom is in Western Europe, and consists of islands including the northern one-sixth of the island of Ireland between the North Atlantic Ocean and the North Sea, northwest of France.

Country Climate: Temperate; moderated by prevailing southwest winds over the North Atlantic Current; more than one-half of the days are overcast.

Country Terrain: Mostly rugged hills and low mountains; level to rolling plains in east and southeast.

Major Languages: English.

Major Religions: Christianity.

Country Population: 61.3 million (2008 est.) 61.5 million (2009 est.).

Country Economy: The economy of the United Kingdom is that of a major developed capitalist economy. The United Kingdom is one of the world’s most globalised countries. The British economy is made up of the economies of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. In 1973, the UK acceded to the European Economic Community which is now known as the European Union after the ratification of the Treaty of Maastricht in 1993. The UK economy had been one of the strongest EU economies in terms of inflation, interest rates and unemployment, all of which remained relatively low until the 2008-09 recession, when unemployment rose dramatically, and interest rates fell to 0.5%.

Currency: British Pound (GBP).

Country Inflation: 3.6% (2008 est.) 1.9% (2009 est.).

City: Leeds is a city and metropolitan borough in West Yorkshire, England.

City Economy: Leeds is the cultural, financial and commercial heart of the wider West Yorkshire Urban Area. Leeds is the UK’s largest centre for business, legal, and financial services outside London.

Cost of Living: Leeds has an overall cost of living index which equates it with middle cost of living locations. The overall cost of living index is comprised of the prices for defined quantities of the same goods and services across all 13 Basket Groups. Leeds is currently ranked 105 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.

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United Kingdom, Glasgow Cost of Living April 2010

Posted on June 25, 2010 by Xpatulator

Country Full Name: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

Location: The United Kingdom is in Western Europe, and consists of islands including the northern one-sixth of the island of Ireland between the North Atlantic Ocean and the North Sea, northwest of France.

Country Climate: Temperate; moderated by prevailing southwest winds over the North Atlantic Current; more than one-half of the days are overcast.

Country Terrain: Mostly rugged hills and low mountains; level to rolling plains in east and southeast.

Major Languages: English.

Major Religions: Christianity.

Country Population: 61.3 million (2008 est.) 61.5 million (2009 est.).

Country Economy: The economy of the United Kingdom is that of a major developed capitalist economy. The United Kingdom is one of the world’s most globalised countries. The British economy is made up of the economies of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. In 1973, the UK acceded to the European Economic Community which is now known as the European Union after the ratification of the Treaty of Maastricht in 1993. The UK economy had been one of the strongest EU economies in terms of inflation, interest rates and unemployment, all of which remained relatively low until the 2008-09 recession, when unemployment rose dramatically, and interest rates fell to 0.5%.

Currency: British Pound (GBP).

Country Inflation: 3.6% (2008 est.) 1.9% (2009 est.).

City: Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland and third most populous in the United Kingdom.

City Economy: Glasgow is one of Europe’s top twenty financial centres and is home to many of Scotland’s leading businesses. Whilst manufacturing has declined, Glasgow’s economy has seen significant relative growth of tertiary sector industries such as financial and business services, communications, biosciences, creative industries, healthcare, higher education, retail and tourism.

Cost of Living: Glasgow has an overall cost of living index which equates it with high cost of living locations. The overall cost of living index is comprised of the prices for defined quantities of the same goods and services across all 13 Basket Groups. Glasgow is currently ranked 81 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.

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United Kingdom, Birmingham Cost of Living April 2010

Posted on June 25, 2010 by Xpatulator

Country Full Name: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

Location: The United Kingdom is in Western Europe, and consists of islands including the northern one-sixth of the island of Ireland between the North Atlantic Ocean and the North Sea, northwest of France.

Country Climate: Temperate; moderated by prevailing southwest winds over the North Atlantic Current; more than one-half of the days are overcast.

Country Terrain: Mostly rugged hills and low mountains; level to rolling plains in east and southeast.

Major Languages: English.

Major Religions: Christianity.

Country Population: 61.3 million (2008 est.) 61.5 million (2009 est.).

Country Economy: The economy of the United Kingdom is that of a major developed capitalist economy. The United Kingdom is one of the world’s most globalised countries. The British economy is made up of the economies of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. In 1973, the UK acceded to the European Economic Community which is now known as the European Union after the ratification of the Treaty of Maastricht in 1993. The UK economy had been one of the strongest EU economies in terms of inflation, interest rates and unemployment, all of which remained relatively low until the 2008-09 recession, when unemployment rose dramatically, and interest rates fell to 0.5%.

Currency: British Pound (GBP).

Country Inflation: 3.6% (2008 est.) 1.9% (2009 est.).

City: Birmingham is a city and metropolitan borough in the West Midlands county of England.

City Economy: Birmingham grew to prominence as a manufacturing and engineering centre, however its economy today is dominated by the service sector, which in 2003 accounted for 78% of the city’s economic output and 97% of its economic growth. Tourism is also an increasingly important part of the local economy. With major facilities such as the International Convention Centre and National Exhibition Centre the Birmingham area accounts for 42% of the UK conference and exhibition trade.

Cost of Living: Birmingham has an overall cost of living index which equates it with middle cost of living locations. The overall cost of living index is comprised of the prices for defined quantities of the same goods and services across all 13 Basket Groups. Birmingham is currently ranked 97 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.

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