As inflation continues to rise, both in Iran and around the world, applicants seeking to immigrate to the United States are increasingly concerned about the cost of living in the United States. The term cost of living refers to all the expenses a person must pay in order to survive. These costs include: food, clothing, housing, transportation and health care. When you decide to immigrate, you should also consider the cost of living in the U.S. along with the U.S. visa fees, appointment of the U.S. Embassy, etc.
Before we dive into the micro cost of living in America, let’s take a look at the monthly cost of living a rent-free person in America’s most popular states and cities:
- New York, NY: $1,419.83
- Chicago, Illinois: $1,042.48
- Orlando, Florida: $977.37
- Los Angeles, California: $1,095.91
- Houston, Texas: $946.71
- Detroit, Michigan: $1,045.78
- Miami, Florida: $1,170.22
- Boston, Massachusetts: $1,206.67
- Seattle, Washington: $1,293.35
The average cost of living in the United States is between $900 and $1,400 per month per person.
Amongst the various states, Mississippi is the cheapest state and Hawaii is the most expensive. The cost of living in Hawaii is almost double the national average in the United States, and the cost of living in Mississippi is 17 percent cheaper. Columbia is the second most expensive state in the U.S. with an index of 158.8, and Oklahoma is the second cheapest state to live with an index of 84.8. According to Forbes magazine, you will find some of the cheapest and most expensive states in the United States.
- The cost of living in Orlando, Florida is 27% cheaper than in Miami, Florida.
- The cost of living in New York City is 21% more expensive than in Los Angeles, California.
- The cost of living in New York City is 36% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.
- The cost of living in New York City is 65% more expensive than in Toledo, Ohio.
