Why do you need to know which is the most expensive country in the world? This information will be useful for those planning a trip or going to change their place of residence. Some authoritative publications periodically compile an appropriate rating. The coefficient is calculated as follows:
- cost of essential products is taken into account;
- average annual salary is taken;
- transport, housing, and entertainment expenses are calculated;
- summarizes the cost of utilities and other types of services.
Country rating
So, according to statistics, for 2015 the list of “Most expensive countries to live in” looked like this. The first place was occupied by Switzerland. GDP per capita is more than $ 80 thousand. Norway followed, with gross domestic product exceeding $ 65 thousand. Venezuela was in third place (GDP - $ 18 thousand). The fourth - Iceland (GDP - almost 47 thousand dollars). Top 5 concludes Denmark. Here, gross domestic product per capita is about 46.6 thousand dollars.
Of course, the rating “The most expensive country in the world” can change dramatically every year. This is influenced by many economic factors. Let's look at some countries where life is quite expensive.
Switzerland
In Western Europe, there is a state that has the official name Swiss Confederation. By area, it occupies the 133rd place in the world. The population is about 8 million people. This country has a very stable economic position. This is not surprising, because it exports a huge amount of goods that it produces on its own. Several spheres of industry are well developed here. First of all, it is food and textile, as well as mechanical engineering. The second largest source of income in the country is tourism. The highest wages are received at banks, chemical enterprises and in the research field (from 8,000 to 9,000 francs per month, in Russian rubles this is more than 530 thousand).
Sweden is the most expensive country in the world for many years. As for prices, potatoes cost $ 2.5 (160 rubles), bread - $ 2.4 (140-150 rubles), meat - from $ 22 to 45 (1400-2900 rubles). The most expensive in these places is housing. This is due to construction problems in the highlands.
Norway
According to the GDP indicator, the country takes 26th place in the world. She is a major exporter of oil and gas. This industry employs 80% of the population. Also in Norway there are large deposits of lead, copper, silver, marble and other minerals. In the production of magnesium and aluminum, it occupies a leading position in the world. One of the leading industries is engineering, fish processing, and the chemical industry.
Norway, according to some publications, is the most expensive country, and in Scandinavia it is the richest. The average income of the population is about 4,000 dollars (260,000 rubles). Taxes are high, but these funds go to social programs for the population. Prices for food are rather large: chicken - $ 12 (770 rubles), milk - almost $ 2 (130 rubles), bread - $ 2.5 (160 rubles). Payment of utilities will cost almost $ 250 (16,000 rubles), and rental housing - from $ 900-1,200 (60,000-78,000 rubles).
Bermuda
According to Numbeo, Bermuda is the most expensive country. It takes 4th place in terms of gross domestic product. This is a very good indicator and can easily be explained by developed tourism. At least 500 thousand people come here every year. Due to the fact that foreign companies are exempt from taxes, there are more than 6 thousand large firms. Only about 20% of the population is employed in industry and agriculture.
Many products in the Bahamas are very expensive, due to the fact that almost 80% are imported from other countries. The main suppliers are Italy, USA, South Korea.
The Bahamas can rightfully be put in the leading position on the list of "The most expensive country in the world." Rental housing from $ 1200 to 3000 (77000-195000 rub.). For a liter of milk you will have to pay more than $ 2 (130 rubles), for bread - $ 5.5 (350 rubles), and cereals (rice) - $ 6.5 (420 rubles). If you compare life in New York, then here it will be 30% more expensive.
Iceland
Another rich state in western Northern Europe is Iceland. In size, it occupies 105th place in the world. Previously, Iceland could hardly be called an industrial country, since it was only engaged in fishing and the subsequent processing of these products. However, it is currently planned to build factories that will produce aluminum. Such areas as banking, biotechnology, and tourism also began to develop actively.
Iceland is the most expensive country. Here you will have to pay an average of $ 1,000 (65,000 rubles) for a rented apartment. Utilities cost $ 150 (10,000 rubles) with the Internet. Traveling by public transport will cost $ 3 (200 rubles) one way. As for products, the pricing policy is almost the same as in Norway. Average salary in Iceland - about 2.6 thousand dollars (170,000 rubles).
