Additionally, he said groceries are about half the price of what he was paying in the US.
Smith said the biggest comparison between the German and US economies has been the day-to-day cost of living. He has no regrets and would encourage other Americans who are frustrated with their careers to consider moving abroad.
“If you’re making $50,000 in DC, you are not living comfortably, you’re struggling,” Smith said. “But here, making $50,000 over the past three years, I can promise you, I’m very comfortable. My bills are paid, and I have money left over.”
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