Today we look at moving to Denver in USA from Montevideo in Uruguay. We highlight cost of living and other major differences likely to be experienced in our series of short blogs on moving between different international locations.
In Denver people speak English. In Montevideo people speak Spanish, Portunol or Brazilero (Portuguese-Spanish mix).
The City and County of Denver is the capital and the most populous city of the U.S. state of Colorado. Montevideo is the largest city, the capital, and the chief port of Uruguay. Denver's economy is based partially on its geographic position and its connection to some of the major transportation systems of the country. Because Denver is the largest city within 1,000 km, it has become a natural location for storage and distribution of goods and services to the Mountain States. Montevideo is the economic hub of Uruguay and is home to approximately one third of the population.
The overall cost of living rank in Denver is 218 out of 300 global locations, which equates it with low cost of living locations. An expatriate moving from Montevideo to Denver will experience a change in cost of living of -12.7%.
In terms of the hardship people are likely to experience, assessed in global terms, Denver is ranked as a minimal hardship location with a hardship index of 10% compared to Montevideo with a hardship index of 20% which is a some hardship location.
Source: Cost of Living Denver USA as at July 2011.
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Friday, September 23, 2011
Moving to Dallas
Today we look at moving to Dallas in USA from London in United Kingdom. We highlight cost of living and other major differences likely to be experienced in our series of short blogs on moving between different international locations.
In Dallas and London people speak English.
Dallas is the third-largest city in Texas and the eighth-largest in the United States. 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. Dallas's economy is primarily based on banking, commerce, telecommunications, computer technology, energy, and transportation. The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex as a whole has one of the largest concentration of corporate headquarters in the United States. 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.
The overall cost of living rank in Dallas is 246 out of 300 global locations, which equates it with low cost of living locations. An expatriate moving from London to Dallas will experience a change in cost of living of -38.1%.
In terms of the hardship people are likely to experience, assessed in global terms, Dallas is ranked as a minimal hardship location with a hardship index of 10% compared to London with a hardship index of 10% which is a minimal hardship location.
Source: Cost of Living Dallas USA as at July 2011.
In Dallas and London people speak English.
Dallas is the third-largest city in Texas and the eighth-largest in the United States. 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. Dallas's economy is primarily based on banking, commerce, telecommunications, computer technology, energy, and transportation. The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex as a whole has one of the largest concentration of corporate headquarters in the United States. 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.
The overall cost of living rank in Dallas is 246 out of 300 global locations, which equates it with low cost of living locations. An expatriate moving from London to Dallas will experience a change in cost of living of -38.1%.
In terms of the hardship people are likely to experience, assessed in global terms, Dallas is ranked as a minimal hardship location with a hardship index of 10% compared to London with a hardship index of 10% which is a minimal hardship location.
Source: Cost of Living Dallas USA as at July 2011.
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Moving to Columbus
Today we look at moving to Columbus in USA from Leeds in United Kingdom. We highlight cost of living and other major differences likely to be experienced in our series of short blogs on moving between different international locations.
In Columbus and Leeds people speak English.
Columbus is the capital and largest city in the U.S. state of Ohio, and the state's third largest metropolitan area, behind Cleveland and Cincinnati. Leeds is a city and metropolitan borough in West Yorkshire, England. The city has a diverse economy based on education, insurance, banking, fashion, defense, aviation, food, logistics, steel, energy, medical research, health care, hospitality, retail, and technology. 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.
The overall cost of living rank in Columbus is 259 out of 300 global locations, which equates it with low cost of living locations. An expatriate moving from Leeds to Columbus will experience a change in cost of living of -32%.
In terms of the hardship people are likely to experience, assessed in global terms, Columbus is ranked as a minimal hardship location with a hardship index of 10% compared to Leeds with a hardship index of 10% which is a minimal hardship location.
Source: Cost of Living Columbus USA as at July 2011.
In Columbus and Leeds people speak English.
Columbus is the capital and largest city in the U.S. state of Ohio, and the state's third largest metropolitan area, behind Cleveland and Cincinnati. Leeds is a city and metropolitan borough in West Yorkshire, England. The city has a diverse economy based on education, insurance, banking, fashion, defense, aviation, food, logistics, steel, energy, medical research, health care, hospitality, retail, and technology. 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.
The overall cost of living rank in Columbus is 259 out of 300 global locations, which equates it with low cost of living locations. An expatriate moving from Leeds to Columbus will experience a change in cost of living of -32%.
In terms of the hardship people are likely to experience, assessed in global terms, Columbus is ranked as a minimal hardship location with a hardship index of 10% compared to Leeds with a hardship index of 10% which is a minimal hardship location.
Source: Cost of Living Columbus USA as at July 2011.
Moving to Cleveland
Today we look at moving to Cleveland in USA from Glasgow in United Kingdom. We highlight cost of living and other major differences likely to be experienced in our series of short blogs on moving between different international locations.
In Cleveland and Glasgow people speak English.
Cleveland is a city in the U.S. state of Ohio and the county seat of Cuyahoga County, the most populous county in the state. Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland and third most populous in the United Kingdom. Cleveland's businesses have diversified into the service economy, including financial services, insurance, legal, and healthcare sectors, though the city's population is declining. 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.
The overall cost of living rank in Cleveland is 221 out of 300 global locations, which equates it with low cost of living locations. An expatriate moving from Glasgow to Cleveland will experience a change in cost of living of -30.2%.
In terms of the hardship people are likely to experience, assessed in global terms, Cleveland is ranked as a minimal hardship location with a hardship index of 10% the same as Glasgow.
Source: Cost of Living Cleveland USA as at July 2011.
In Cleveland and Glasgow people speak English.
Cleveland is a city in the U.S. state of Ohio and the county seat of Cuyahoga County, the most populous county in the state. Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland and third most populous in the United Kingdom. Cleveland's businesses have diversified into the service economy, including financial services, insurance, legal, and healthcare sectors, though the city's population is declining. 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.
The overall cost of living rank in Cleveland is 221 out of 300 global locations, which equates it with low cost of living locations. An expatriate moving from Glasgow to Cleveland will experience a change in cost of living of -30.2%.
In terms of the hardship people are likely to experience, assessed in global terms, Cleveland is ranked as a minimal hardship location with a hardship index of 10% the same as Glasgow.
Source: Cost of Living Cleveland USA as at July 2011.
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Moving to Chicago
Today we look at moving to Chicago in USA from Birmingham in United Kingdom. We highlight cost of living and other major differences likely to be experienced in our series of short blogs on moving between different international locations.
In Chicago and Birmingham people speak English.
Chicago is the third largest city in the United States, and is the largest city in the state of Illinois and the Midwestern United States. Birmingham is a city and metropolitan borough in the West Midlands county of England. Chicago is home to 12 Fortune 500 companies. Chicago is a major transportation and distribution center. Manufacturing, printing and publishing, and food processing also play major roles in the city's economy. Chicago has the third largest gross metropolitan product in the USA. 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.
The overall cost of living rank in Chicago is 167 out of 300 global locations, which equates it with middle cost of living locations. An expatriate moving from Birmingham to Chicago will experience a change in cost of living of -19.7%.
In terms of the hardship people are likely to experience, assessed in global terms, Chicago is ranked as a minimal hardship location with a hardship index of 10% the same as Birmingham.
Source: Cost of Living Chicago USA as at July 2011.
In Chicago and Birmingham people speak English.
Chicago is the third largest city in the United States, and is the largest city in the state of Illinois and the Midwestern United States. Birmingham is a city and metropolitan borough in the West Midlands county of England. Chicago is home to 12 Fortune 500 companies. Chicago is a major transportation and distribution center. Manufacturing, printing and publishing, and food processing also play major roles in the city's economy. Chicago has the third largest gross metropolitan product in the USA. 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.
The overall cost of living rank in Chicago is 167 out of 300 global locations, which equates it with middle cost of living locations. An expatriate moving from Birmingham to Chicago will experience a change in cost of living of -19.7%.
In terms of the hardship people are likely to experience, assessed in global terms, Chicago is ranked as a minimal hardship location with a hardship index of 10% the same as Birmingham.
Source: Cost of Living Chicago USA as at July 2011.
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Moving to Boston
Today we look at moving to Boston in USA from Dubai in United Arab Emirates. We highlight cost of living and other major differences likely to be experienced in our series of short blogs on moving between different international locations.
In Boston people speak English. In Dubai people speak Arabic.
Boston is the capital and largest city of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and is one of the oldest cities in the United States. Dubai is one of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). 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. Dubai has the largest population and is the second-largest emirate by area, after Abu Dhabi. The emirate's main revenues are from tourism, property, and financial services.
The overall cost of living rank in Boston is 102 out of 300 global locations, which equates it with middle cost of living locations. An expatriate moving from Dubai to Boston will experience a change in cost of living of 5.5%.
In terms of the hardship people are likely to experience, assessed in global terms, Boston is ranked as a minimal hardship location with a hardship index of 10% compared to Dubai with a hardship index of 20% which is a some hardship location.
Source: Cost of Living Boston USA as at July 2011.
In Boston people speak English. In Dubai people speak Arabic.
Boston is the capital and largest city of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and is one of the oldest cities in the United States. Dubai is one of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). 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. Dubai has the largest population and is the second-largest emirate by area, after Abu Dhabi. The emirate's main revenues are from tourism, property, and financial services.
The overall cost of living rank in Boston is 102 out of 300 global locations, which equates it with middle cost of living locations. An expatriate moving from Dubai to Boston will experience a change in cost of living of 5.5%.
In terms of the hardship people are likely to experience, assessed in global terms, Boston is ranked as a minimal hardship location with a hardship index of 10% compared to Dubai with a hardship index of 20% which is a some hardship location.
Source: Cost of Living Boston USA as at July 2011.
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
San Jose - Cost of Living
San Jose is the third-largest city in California and the tenth-largest in the United States.
The large concentration of high-technology engineering, computer, and microprocessor companies around San Jose has led the area to be known as Silicon Valley. As the largest city in the valley, San Jose has billed itself the capital of Silicon Valley.
San Jose 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.
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The large concentration of high-technology engineering, computer, and microprocessor companies around San Jose has led the area to be known as Silicon Valley. As the largest city in the valley, San Jose has billed itself the capital of Silicon Valley.
San Jose 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.
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Friday, June 25, 2010
Haiti, Port-au-Prince Cost of Living April 2010
Country Full Name: Republic of Haiti.
Location: Haiti is in the western one-third of the island of Hispaniola, between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, west of the Dominican Republic.
Country Climate: Tropical; semiarid where mountains in east cut off trade winds.
Country Terrain: Mostly rough and mountainous.
Major Languages: Creole, French.
Major Religions: Christianity.
Country Population: 8.8 million (2008 est.) 8.9 million (2009 est.).
Country Economy: The economy of Haiti is amongst the poorest in the world. Two-thirds of all Haitians depend on the agriculture sector, mainly small-scale subsistence farming, and remain vulnerable to damage from frequent natural disasters, exacerbated by the country's widespread deforestation. The country was devastated by a powerful earthquake in January 2010 which destroyed much of the infrastructure.
Currency: Haitan Gourde (HTG).
Country Inflation: 14.4% (2008 est.) 3.5% (2009 est.).
City: Port-au-Prince is the capital and largest city of the Caribbean nation of Haiti.
City Economy: Port-au-Prince is the nation's largest center of economy and finance, however it has suffered considerable damage in the January 2010 earthquake. The city exports its most widely consumed produce of coffee and sugar.
Cost of Living: Port-au-Prince 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. Port-au-Prince is currently ranked 100 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.
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Location: Haiti is in the western one-third of the island of Hispaniola, between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, west of the Dominican Republic.
Country Climate: Tropical; semiarid where mountains in east cut off trade winds.
Country Terrain: Mostly rough and mountainous.
Major Languages: Creole, French.
Major Religions: Christianity.
Country Population: 8.8 million (2008 est.) 8.9 million (2009 est.).
Country Economy: The economy of Haiti is amongst the poorest in the world. Two-thirds of all Haitians depend on the agriculture sector, mainly small-scale subsistence farming, and remain vulnerable to damage from frequent natural disasters, exacerbated by the country's widespread deforestation. The country was devastated by a powerful earthquake in January 2010 which destroyed much of the infrastructure.
Currency: Haitan Gourde (HTG).
Country Inflation: 14.4% (2008 est.) 3.5% (2009 est.).
City: Port-au-Prince is the capital and largest city of the Caribbean nation of Haiti.
City Economy: Port-au-Prince is the nation's largest center of economy and finance, however it has suffered considerable damage in the January 2010 earthquake. The city exports its most widely consumed produce of coffee and sugar.
Cost of Living: Port-au-Prince 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. Port-au-Prince is currently ranked 100 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.
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USA, Fort Worth Tex Cost of Living April 2010
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: Fort Worth is the seventeenth-largest city in the United States of America and the fifth-largest city within the state of Texas.
City Economy: The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex as a whole has one of the largest concentration of corporate headquarters in the United States. Fort Worth was the fastest growing large city in the United States from 2000-2006.
Cost of Living: Fort Worth has an overall cost of living index which equates it with low 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. Fort Worth is currently ranked 205 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.
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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: Fort Worth is the seventeenth-largest city in the United States of America and the fifth-largest city within the state of Texas.
City Economy: The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex as a whole has one of the largest concentration of corporate headquarters in the United States. Fort Worth was the fastest growing large city in the United States from 2000-2006.
Cost of Living: Fort Worth has an overall cost of living index which equates it with low 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. Fort Worth is currently ranked 205 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.
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USA, El Paso Tex Cost of Living April 2010
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: El Paso is a city in and the county seat of El Paso County, Texas and is the sixth-largest city in Texas and the 22nd-largest city in the United States.
City Economy: Manufacturing industries in El Paso include food production, clothing, construction materials, electronic and medical equipment, and plastics. Cotton, fruit, vegetables, livestock, and pecans are produced in the area. Education is a driving force in El Paso's economy. El Paso's three large school districts are among the largest employers in the area. El Paso is an important entry point to the U.S. from Mexico.
Cost of Living: El Paso has an overall cost of living index which equates it with low 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. El Paso is currently ranked 236 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.
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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: El Paso is a city in and the county seat of El Paso County, Texas and is the sixth-largest city in Texas and the 22nd-largest city in the United States.
City Economy: Manufacturing industries in El Paso include food production, clothing, construction materials, electronic and medical equipment, and plastics. Cotton, fruit, vegetables, livestock, and pecans are produced in the area. Education is a driving force in El Paso's economy. El Paso's three large school districts are among the largest employers in the area. El Paso is an important entry point to the U.S. from Mexico.
Cost of Living: El Paso has an overall cost of living index which equates it with low 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. El Paso is currently ranked 236 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.
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USA, Detroit Mich Cost of Living April 2010
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: Detroit is the largest city in the U.S. state of Michigan and the seat of Wayne County.
City Economy: Detroit is a major port city on the Detroit River. Detroit and the surrounding region constitute a major manufacturing center, most notably as home to the Big Three automobile companies, General Motors, Ford, and Chrysler.
Cost of Living: Detroit 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. Detroit is currently ranked 184 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.
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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: Detroit is the largest city in the U.S. state of Michigan and the seat of Wayne County.
City Economy: Detroit is a major port city on the Detroit River. Detroit and the surrounding region constitute a major manufacturing center, most notably as home to the Big Three automobile companies, General Motors, Ford, and Chrysler.
Cost of Living: Detroit 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. Detroit is currently ranked 184 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.
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USA, Denver Colo Cost of Living April 2010
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: The City and County of Denver is the capital and the most populous city of the U.S. state of Colorado.
City Economy: Denver's economy is based partially on its geographic position and its connection to some of the major transportation systems of the country. Because Denver is the largest city within 1,000 km, it has become a natural location for storage and distribution of goods and services to the Mountain States.
Cost of Living: Denver 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. Denver is currently ranked 179 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.
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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: The City and County of Denver is the capital and the most populous city of the U.S. state of Colorado.
City Economy: Denver's economy is based partially on its geographic position and its connection to some of the major transportation systems of the country. Because Denver is the largest city within 1,000 km, it has become a natural location for storage and distribution of goods and services to the Mountain States.
Cost of Living: Denver 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. Denver is currently ranked 179 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.
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USA, Dallas Tex Cost of Living April 2010
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: Dallas is the third-largest city in Texas and the eighth-largest in the United States.
City Economy: Dallas's economy is primarily based on banking, commerce, telecommunications, computer technology, energy, and transportation. The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex as a whole has one of the largest concentration of corporate headquarters in the United States.
Cost of Living: Dallas 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. Dallas is currently ranked 173 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.
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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: Dallas is the third-largest city in Texas and the eighth-largest in the United States.
City Economy: Dallas's economy is primarily based on banking, commerce, telecommunications, computer technology, energy, and transportation. The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex as a whole has one of the largest concentration of corporate headquarters in the United States.
Cost of Living: Dallas 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. Dallas is currently ranked 173 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.
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USA, Columbus Ohio Cost of Living April 2010
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: Columbus is the capital and largest city in the U.S. state of Ohio, and the state's third largest metropolitan area, behind Cleveland and Cincinnati.
City Economy: The city has a diverse economy based on education, insurance, banking, fashion, defense, aviation, food, logistics, steel, energy, medical research, health care, hospitality, retail, and technology.
Cost of Living: Columbus has an overall cost of living index which equates it with low 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. Columbus is currently ranked 194 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.
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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: Columbus is the capital and largest city in the U.S. state of Ohio, and the state's third largest metropolitan area, behind Cleveland and Cincinnati.
City Economy: The city has a diverse economy based on education, insurance, banking, fashion, defense, aviation, food, logistics, steel, energy, medical research, health care, hospitality, retail, and technology.
Cost of Living: Columbus has an overall cost of living index which equates it with low 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. Columbus is currently ranked 194 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.
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USA, Cleveland Ohio Cost of Living April 2010
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: Cleveland is a city in the U.S. state of Ohio and the county seat of Cuyahoga County, the most populous county in the state.
City Economy: Cleveland's businesses have diversified into the service economy, including financial services, insurance, legal, and healthcare sectors, though the city's population is declining.
Cost of Living: Cleveland 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. Cleveland is currently ranked 169 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.
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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: Cleveland is a city in the U.S. state of Ohio and the county seat of Cuyahoga County, the most populous county in the state.
City Economy: Cleveland's businesses have diversified into the service economy, including financial services, insurance, legal, and healthcare sectors, though the city's population is declining.
Cost of Living: Cleveland 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. Cleveland is currently ranked 169 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.
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USA, Chicago Ill Cost of Living April 2010
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: Chicago is the third largest city in the United States, and is the largest city in the state of Illinois and the Midwestern United States.
City Economy: Chicago is home to 12 Fortune 500 companies. Chicago is a major transportation and distribution center. Manufacturing, printing and publishing, and food processing also play major roles in the city's economy. Chicago has the third largest gross metropolitan product in the USA.
Cost of Living: Chicago 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. Chicago is currently ranked 141 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.
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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: Chicago is the third largest city in the United States, and is the largest city in the state of Illinois and the Midwestern United States.
City Economy: Chicago is home to 12 Fortune 500 companies. Chicago is a major transportation and distribution center. Manufacturing, printing and publishing, and food processing also play major roles in the city's economy. Chicago has the third largest gross metropolitan product in the USA.
Cost of Living: Chicago 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. Chicago is currently ranked 141 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.
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USA, Charlotte NC Cost of Living April 2010
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: Charlotte is the largest city in the state of North Carolina and the seat of Mecklenburg County.
City Economy: Charlotte has become a major U.S. financial center and is now the second largest banking center in the United States (after New York). The nation's largest financial institution by assets, Bank of America, calls the city home. The center city/uptown area of Charlotte has seen remarkable growth over the last decade. Numerous residential units continue to be built uptown, including over 20 skyscrapers either under construction, recently completed, or in the planning stage.
Cost of Living: Charlotte 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. Charlotte is currently ranked 182 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.
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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: Charlotte is the largest city in the state of North Carolina and the seat of Mecklenburg County.
City Economy: Charlotte has become a major U.S. financial center and is now the second largest banking center in the United States (after New York). The nation's largest financial institution by assets, Bank of America, calls the city home. The center city/uptown area of Charlotte has seen remarkable growth over the last decade. Numerous residential units continue to be built uptown, including over 20 skyscrapers either under construction, recently completed, or in the planning stage.
Cost of Living: Charlotte 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. Charlotte is currently ranked 182 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.
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USA, Boston Mass Cost of Living April 2010
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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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
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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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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Thursday, June 24, 2010
USA, Houston Tex Cost of Living April 2010
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: Houston is the fourth-largest city in the United States and the largest city in the state of Texas.
City Economy: Houston's economy has a broad industrial base in the energy, manufacturing, aeronautics, transportation, and health care sectors and is a leading center for building oilfield equipment; only New York City is home to more Fortune 500 headquarters in the city limits. The Port of Houston ranks first in the United States in international waterborne tonnage handled and second in total cargo tonnage handled.
Cost of Living: Houston has an overall cost of living index which equates it with low 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. Houston is currently ranked 222 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.
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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: Houston is the fourth-largest city in the United States and the largest city in the state of Texas.
City Economy: Houston's economy has a broad industrial base in the energy, manufacturing, aeronautics, transportation, and health care sectors and is a leading center for building oilfield equipment; only New York City is home to more Fortune 500 headquarters in the city limits. The Port of Houston ranks first in the United States in international waterborne tonnage handled and second in total cargo tonnage handled.
Cost of Living: Houston has an overall cost of living index which equates it with low 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. Houston is currently ranked 222 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.
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