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New York, United States 🇺🇸
#46
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Nomad Score:
63%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$2,800.00
$4,500.00
$180.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals (Airbnb or hotels in Manhattan) |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$150.00
$200.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$70.00
$100.00
$10.00
|
Daily cost for prepaid SIM and portable Wi-Fi |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$400.00
$700.00
$15.00
|
Daily cost for snacks and occasional groceries |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$130.00
$150.00
$12.00
|
Daily cost for subway, buses, and occasional taxis |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$250.00
$1,200.00
$60.00
|
Daily cost for 2-3 meals at mid-range restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$100.00
$300.00
$25.00
|
Daily cost for museums, shows, and entertainment |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$450.00
$700.00
$0.00
|
Tourists usually purchase separate travel insurance |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$150.00
$0.00
|
One-time or monthly average for visa renewals or legal assistance |
| Total |
$4,350.00
$8,000.00
$302.00
|
Cost Profile Definitions:
Local Resident: Lives permanently in the city with local housing and lifestyle.
Digital Nomad: Mid-term stay (1-6 months) with furnished accommodation and expat lifestyle.
Tourist: Short-term visit (1-14 days) with hotels and tourist activities.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$3,200.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
☕ Coffee
$4.50
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup