The expenditure of living and surviving in a particular place varies country by country. While surviving in some countries will not burn a hole in your pocket, it is not the case in some other places. Here is a look at the ten most expensive countries to live in with the highest cost of living, according to Numbeo's Cost of Living Plus Rent Index based on 2020 data. (Wikimedia Commons)
No. 10 | Country: South Korea | Coming at the tenth position in the list is the East Asian economic powerhouse of South Korea. The country, home to some of the biggest companies is also among the most expensive. (Image: Wikimedia Commons)
No. 9 | Country: Singapore | The city-state is a global economic hub thanks to its strategically located port. The cosmopolitan city, that houses millions of people is one of the most expensive countries in the world.
No. 8 | Country: Israel | The middle-eastern nation may be in the centre of a conflict zone but has emerged as a regional powerhouse. (Image: AP)
No. 7 | Country: Luxembourg | The tiny European nation is among the most beautiful nations in the planet. (Image: Reuters)
No. 6 | Country: The Bahamas | The Caribbean island nation is a tourist hub that is home to some of the most beautiful beaches on the planet. (Image: Reuters)
No. 5 | Country: Denmark | The Scandinavian republic is famous for its high standard of living like its neighbours.
No. 4 | Country: Japan | The Asian superpower is one of the biggest economies on the planet making day to life, quite an expensive affair.
No. 3 | Country: Iceland | The Norse island nation, home to volcanos and hot springs is the third most expensive country to live. (Image: Shutterstock)
No.2 | Country: Norway | Another Scandinavian republic to make it to the list is Norway, once the home of the dreaded Vikings. (Image: AP)
No. 1 | Country: Switzerland | The European landlocked nation is popular for its banking system and natural beauty. The nation is also one of the most expensive places to live. (Image: Shutterstock)