26 Most Expensive Places To Live in the US

2. New York City, New York

Average Cost of Living Index: 100

New York City is the second most expensive place to live in the US, with a cost of living that is 38% higher than the state average and 76% more expensive than the national average. Moreover, according to data, the city is 40% more expensive than Hong Kong, and  65% more than Dubai, whereas the cost of living here is 23% higher than in London without rent. A family of four in New York City spends well over $6,100 per month on expenses other than accommodation.