Moving abroad can be exciting, but the cost of living is one of the biggest things to think about. Some countries are beautiful and full of opportunities but come with very high prices for rent, food, and daily needs. Based on the Cost of Living Index by Numbeo (2025 mid-year report), here are the 10 most expensive places to live in the world:
10. Guernsey (Score: 70.2)
A small island near England and France with lovely beaches and big houses, but still cheaper than New York.
9. Hong Kong (Score: 72.2)
Famous for business and nightlife. Food can be affordable, but housing is very expensive.
8. Luxembourg (Score: 73.5)
A small rich country where groceries and restaurants are costly, but people earn good salaries.
7. Denmark (Score: 74.1)
Copenhagen is very expensive, especially for food and taxes, but citizens enjoy a great lifestyle.
6. Norway (Score: 78.9)
High housing and grocery prices, but the country offers safety, natural beauty, and good public services.
5. Singapore (Score: 85.3)
Tiny in size but huge in cost. Houses and cars are expensive, though street food and transport are affordable.
4. Bahamas (Score: 85.4)
Island life comes at a cost. Rent and food are pricey, especially in tourist areas like Nassau.
3. Iceland (Score: 94.5)
Safe and happy, but costly due to heavy imports and high food and fuel prices.
2. Switzerland (Score: 106.8)
Home to Zurich and Geneva, the world’s most expensive cities. Great quality of life, but at a high price.
1. Cayman Islands (Score: 108.2)
The most expensive in the world. Attracts the rich with no direct taxes, but housing, food, and everything else is extremely costly.
Living in these places means access to safety, beauty, and luxury, but your wallet will definitely feel the pinch.
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