In Sparks, United States, a single person typically needs around $2132 per month including rent. A family of four may spend about $5092 monthly.
Overall living costs in Sparks are 49% more expensive than the European benchmark.
Sparks is 43% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Sparks is, on average, 50% lower than in New York City.
Sparks is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by rent & utilities and food. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.
The high cost of living in Sparks is primarily due to elevated rent and utilities. These expenses significantly contribute to the overall financial burden.
Yes, food costs are 30% higher than the European benchmark. This increase can impact overall monthly expenses.
Public transport in Sparks is 15% lower than the European benchmark. This makes it a more economical option for residents.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 17.9 $ |
| Dinner | 65.3 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 11.7 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 5.41 $ |
| Capuccino | 5.23 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 2.92 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.13 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 3.63 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.65 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 4.38 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 12.8 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 10.1 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 20.2 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 5.19 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.79 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.59 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 5.77 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 3.03 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 3.57 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.56 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 2.17 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 13.6 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 2.22 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 9.24 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 2.04 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 63.6 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.13 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 21.2 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 81.3 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 9.25 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 7.54 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 4.6 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 2.82 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 114 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 174 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 68.5 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 1,083 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 1,983 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 1,317 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 2,297 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 3,519 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 3,246 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 4,417 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 6.61% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 38.8 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 13.6 $ |
| Haircut | 18.9 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 93.1 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 54.5 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 1,365 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 23,478 $ |