From Hong Kong to New York: 10 most expensive citiesfor expats in 2024
Hong Kong, ChinaHong Kong has long been known for its status as a global financial hub. Little wonder that the city remains prohibitively expensive.
Singapore The city state has yet again remained at the top of the list of most expensive cities. It has the world's highest transport prices owing to strict government controls on the number of cars and is among the most expensive for clothing, groceries and alcohol.
Zurich, SwitzerlandNot only is Zurich the economic powerhouse of Switzerland and one of Europe’s top financial centres, it is also known for its stunning vistas. The city, with its high rent, narrowly missed out on the top two.
Geneva, SwitzerlandHome to a host of UN entities such as the WHO, UNHCR, the International Labour Organization, Geneva is the centre of global diplomacy.
Basel, SwitzerlandBasel is on the river Rhine in northwest Switzerland – near the country’s borders with France and Germany. It has kept last year’s position of fifth place.
Bern, Switzerland Bern, which was in the 7th spot last year, has moved up a notch into 6th place thanks to its high cost of rent and living.
New York, USAThe Big Apple remains the beating heart of the United States. The city as famous for its many iconic landmarks such as the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty as it is for its melting pot culture.
London, United KingdomLondon has jumped nine spots from last year to enter the top 10. Which should be no surprise given that the UK has been battling a cost of living crisis for the past three years.
Nassau, The BahamasNassau, the capital of The Bahamas, rose one spot to grab ninth place this year. A popular vacation spot for tourists, it is marked by a pricey housing market and high transportation costs.
Los Angeles, USThe City of Angels rounds off the top 10 list of cities. The home of Hollywood attracts thousands of people from around the world looking to make it big.
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