Beyond rent, fixed infrastructure costs determine month-to-month liquidity. This index breaks down electricity, heating, water, and high-speed broadband into standard median monthly figures.
Energy Index
Grid Reliance & Geopolitics
European utility costs remain highly volatile due to energy import dependencies, whereas regions with heavy nuclear or localized natural gas infrastructures show flatter, more predictable CPI metrics year-over-year.
GW
Average Broadband
600+ Mbps
Standard baseline for remote workers globally.
| Country / City | Basic Utilities (85m2 Apt) | Broadband (600 Mbps+) | Mobile Data (Unlimited) | Utility CPI Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Germany (Berlin) | $320.00 | $45.00 | $35.00 | High |
| USA (Austin) | $185.00 | $70.00 | $65.00 | Moderate |
| Japan (Osaka) | $160.00 | $38.00 | $45.00 | Moderate |
| Romania (Bucharest) | $110.00 | $12.00 | $10.00 | Low |