I thought this was quite interesting...Budapest is 24th in the table. I hope it doesnt go any higher!!!

http://www.finfacts.com/costofliving3.htm

Thanks Harry

I was wondering how they define the cost of living. Couldn't find any definitions in the article, nor on the homepage. Do you know by any chance?

Alice

Alice, Harry,

as we discussed these surveys and ranking apply to the expat of globals or internationals. You can find more details on:
http://www.mercerhr.com/pressrelease/details.jhtml/dynamic/idContent/1142150;jsessionid=LXR3HPWLT0MEYCTGOUFCHPQKMZ0QUI2C
For Budapest that would mean calculating the cost of an expensive 2 or 12 district house plus the high leasing rate for an upper class car plus the poshy (I know that you know what this stands for) restaurants as well as the overpriced brand clothing. Whereas the average Hungarian in Budapest has to manage living with a much smaller budget. Not to easy I guess. Hope you are willing to discuss it during our next meeting.

Take care Andres

Hi,

if anyone is interested in some more detailed information on the cost of living in Hungary, I recommend you to check this new entry on my site:

www.filolog.com/costofliving.html

It covers car prices, housing, transportation, utilities, groceries. Comments, suggestions are warmly welcome.

Kris

www.filolog.com