Insights
Insights and analysis from our global cost of living database and quality of life indicators. Written by the MyLifeElsewhere team.
The 36-Year Life Expectancy Gap: Monaco vs Afghanistan
Monaco's life expectancy of 89.5 years vs Afghanistan's 52.8 years represents the largest gap in human longevity across nations.
Read the storyWhy Does a Beer Cost $11.76 in Greenland but $0.65 in Libya?
Exploring the 18x price difference in domestic beer prices around the world.
Read more →Why 10 of the World's 11 Most Obese Nations Are Pacific Islands
Nauru leads at 61% adult obesity. The US at 36.2% doesn't crack the top 10.
Read more →Why a VW Golf Costs $139,192 in Singapore
Inside the world's most expensive country for car ownership.
Read more →California to West Virginia: $16,798 in Annual Rent Savings
How cost of living varies dramatically across US states.
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These stories are built on our comprehensive database of cost of living and quality of life data from around the world.