Cost of living comparison
Micronesia, Federated States of is 15.9% cheaper than New Caledonia overall.
- Restaurants
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pay 20.0% more in Micronesia, Federated States of
- Groceries
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pay 31.5% less in Micronesia, Federated States of
- Transportation
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pay 1.0% less in Micronesia, Federated States of
- Housing
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pay 73.8% more in Micronesia, Federated States of
- Childcare
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pay 80.5% less in Micronesia, Federated States of
- Entertainment and Sports
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pay 44.9% less in Micronesia, Federated States of
- Clothing
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pay 47.4% less in Micronesia, Federated States of
The cost of housing and restaurants in Micronesia, Federated States of are more expensive than in New Caledonia. Expenses including childcare, clothing, entertainment and sports, groceries, and transportation are lower in Micronesia, Federated States of.
If you lived in Micronesia, Federated States of instead of New Caledonia, you would:
pay 20.0% more for restaurants
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New Caledonia
|
Micronesia, Federated States of
|
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|---|---|---|---|
| Basic meal with drink at inexpensive restaurant |
$15.72
CFPF1,649
|
$21.62
|
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|
Fast food combo meal
McDonalds, or similar
|
$13.47
CFPF1,414
|
$9.12
|
|
| Bottle of Coca-Cola (11 fl. oz) |
$2.54
CFPF267
|
$1.32
|
|
| Bottle of water (11 fl. oz) |
$1.23
CFPF130
|
$2.75
|
|
pay 31.5% less for groceries
|
New Caledonia
|
Micronesia, Federated States of
|
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|---|---|---|---|
|
Bread
1 loaf
|
$2.56
CFPF269
|
$2.81
|
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| Local cheese (8 oz) |
$8.19
CFPF859
|
$2.52
|
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| Milk (1 gallon) |
$4.15
CFPF435
|
$1.59
|
|
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Eggs
1 dozen
|
$5.42
CFPF569
|
$4.48
|
|
| Boneless chicken breast (1 lb) |
$7.74
CFPF812
|
$2.66
|
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| Apples (1 lb) |
$1.79
CFPF188
|
$2.37
|
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| Bananas (1 lb) |
$2.98
CFPF313
|
$1.26
|
|
| Oranges (1 lb) |
$2.85
CFPF299
|
$1.48
|
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| Tomatoes (1 lb) |
$3.01
CFPF316
|
$1.15
|
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| Potatoes (1 lb) |
$1.59
CFPF167
|
$1.54
|
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| Onions (1 lb) |
$1.36
CFPF142
|
$1.29
|
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pay 1.0% less for transportation
|
New Caledonia
|
Micronesia, Federated States of
|
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|---|---|---|---|
| Gasoline (1 gallon) |
$5.77
CFPF606
|
$11.84
|
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| Monthly public transit pass |
$57.93
CFPF6,079
|
$32.00
|
|
| New Volkswagen Golf 1.4 (standard edition) |
$31,659.34
CFPF3,322,042
|
$3,497.00
|
|
| Taxi trip in downtown area (5 miles) |
$13.39
CFPF1,405
|
$16.71
|
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pay 73.8% more for housing
|
New Caledonia
|
Micronesia, Federated States of
|
||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Internet connection
50 mbps or faster, cable/dsl
|
$54.97
CFPF5,768
|
$230.17
|
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| 1-Bedroom apartment in downtown area |
$740.96
CFPF77,750
|
$883.33
|
|
| 1-Bedroom apartment outside city center |
$655.64
CFPF68,797
|
$726.88
|
|
|
Utilities for two
(700 sq ft apartment)
including electric, gas, water, heating
|
$157.39
CFPF16,516
|
$73.28
|
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pay 80.5% less for childcare
|
New Caledonia
|
Micronesia, Federated States of
|
||
|---|---|---|---|
| Private preschool for 1 child, monthly |
$730.48
CFPF76,650
|
$142.50
|
|
| Middle school for 1 child, two semesters | ?? |
$1,442.50
|
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pay 44.9% less for entertainment and sports
|
New Caledonia
|
Micronesia, Federated States of
|
||
|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic/local beer (1 pint) |
$10.33
CFPF1,084
|
$3.25
|
|
| Cappuccino in mid-range area |
$5.75
CFPF603
|
$2.83
|
|
|
Pack of cigarettes
Marlboro or similar
|
$17.78
CFPF1,866
|
$15.75
|
|
| Monthly membership at local gym |
$60.62
CFPF6,361
|
$30.50
|
|
| Movie ticket to theater/cinema |
$11.68
CFPF1,225
|
$6.50
|
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pay 47.4% less for clothing
|
New Caledonia
|
Micronesia, Federated States of
|
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|---|---|---|---|
|
Regular jeans
Levi's brand
|
$98.80
CFPF10,367
|
$42.50
|
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Regular dress
from H&M or similar store
|
$59.88
CFPF6,283
|
$42.00
|
|
|
Running shoes
Nike or Adidas
|
$114.51
CFPF12,016
|
$75.00
|
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| Men's business shoes (leather) |
$202.08
CFPF21,205
|
$64.50
|
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