Living Cost - USA
The cost of living for international students in the United States can range from $800 to $2,000 per month or even more. This includes food, housing, transportation, and other expenses.
The following data gives you an average/approximate number of the Cost of Living for International Students in the USA.
| Category | USA (Per Month) | Remarks |
| Accommodation Costs | $ 1,768 | Main cities |
| $ 1,172 | Other than main cities | |
| Food Expenses | $200 – $400 | Grocery |
| $80 | Eating out | |
| Transportation Cost | $72 | Public Transport |
| Entertainment | $100 – $300 | |
| Basic Utilities | $ 206 |
Note: The values mentioned above are approximate and tend to vary based on location, currency conversion rates, lifestyle choices etc.,
Total Estimated Cost Per Year
- Less Expensive/Affordable Cities (Texas, Ohio, Georgia, Michigan, etc.): $20,000 – $30,000
- Moderate Cities (Chicago, Seattle, Boston, etc.): $30,000 – $45,000
- Expensive Cities (New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, etc.): $45,000 – $60,000