What city is the most costly place to live in world?

The most costly place to live, according to the 2023 Worldwide Cost of Living survey conducted by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), is:

1. Zurich, Switzerland.

Zurich was also ranked as the most costly city in the previous two EIU surveys for 2021 and 2022. The rising cost of recreation, transportation, personal care, household costs, and groceries contributed to Zurich retaining its top positioning.