New York

Unsurprisingly, New York, the most costly city in the United States, is also the most famous. The Big Apple is a metropolis that flaunts its wealth and glitz. However, it is a bustling metropolis of over 8.4 million people, all of whom live in vastly diverse economic circumstances. The city has a high unemployment rate of more than 9% and typical property prices that exceed $650,000, often approaching $1 million.

Not only is property expensive in New York, but so are entertainment, cuisine, and education. Even utilities and transportation cost 1.5 to 1.8 times more than the national average.

There are going to be cultural clashes when so many people live in one place. However, as the country's major port of entry, New York City is special. As a result, over 800 languages are spoken throughout the city, setting a world record. 40% of homes in the city are non-English-speaking.

Country: United States

Population: 8.419 million