The Most Expensive City

You knew you needed a lot of cash to live in the Big Apple, but how much? The Center for an Urban Future came up with a staggering number (only when compared to the rest of the country.) I say that because I think New Yorkers only shop in NYC so they come to accept these prices.

Want to soak in the atmosphere of the big city? That will cost$123,322 a year. In Houston, that same standard of living is $50,000, but you'd have to live in Houston (not that there is anything wrong with that.) The average rent in NYC is 53% higher than San Francisco. San Fran is the second most expensive city in the country.


New Yorkers pay in many other ways... with long commutes and higher prices for basics. Yet, year after year, a new group of people move to the big city to live their dream. The movies have solidify NYC as a place where anything is possible. I certainly believe that.

What are your impressions of NYC?