8 Countries with Lower
Cost of Living Options.
KindaFrugal.com recently offered some tips for readers
looking to relocate abroad due to the increasing cost
of housing, healthcare and other essential expenses in the U.S. .
Here are some of the countries they say
offer a more reasonable cost of living:.
Portugal, In addition to a relatively low cost of living,
Portugal is a sought-after destination due
to beautiful weather and minimal taxation.
Ecuador, Affordable housing costs include average square
foot prices for city center apartments less than
half the average of in the U.S. at just $116.48.
Vietnam, Affordable housing, inexpensive groceries and
transportation costs make this an attractive option
for expats looking for a comfortable lifestyle overseas.
Montenegro, An affordable lifestyle, beautiful weather and
over 183 miles of coastline gives this quiet
Balkan nation a Mediterranean vibe. .
Malaysia, Reasonable housing, utility and transportation costs
give would-be expats a chance to save money,
while still living comfortably in a tropical nation.
Poland, Europe's sixth-largest economy
has an average cost of living
that's 58% lower than in the U.S.
Thailand, Favorable exchange rates allow Western
expats to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle
while stretching their finances further. .
Costa Rica, Affordable housing, healthcare services and amenities
makes Costa Rica ideal for stretching retirement
savings while still living a more luxurious lifestyle.
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