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Financial Literacy

Cost of Living

The amount of money needed to cover basic expenses in a given place.

Cost of living is the typical expense of housing, food, transport and other essentials in a particular location. Because it varies widely between areas, where you live has a large effect on how much you must save to reach financial independence.

Examples

  • A city apartment can cost several times more than an equivalent home in a rural area.

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