Band 7+: The chart below shows the cost-of-living averages in two different cities as compared to the national cost-of-living average. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

The table chart illustrates the average of living cost in two different cities when it is compared to the national living cost average.

Overall, Riverdale averages above the national average for every housing expense. In contrast, Cape Alicia generally has lower living cost particularly in housing and transportation, while the other categories are above the national average.

All the living cost in Riverdale averages above the national cost-of-living average. The highest proportion is spent on housing with an exact of nineteen percent, while the lowest is transportation, which is still four percent higher than the national average. The daily necessities such as groceries and utilities have an average cost between four to five percent, while healthcare and clothing were significantly higher with a proportion of five to seven percent.

On the other hand, Cape Alicia’s cost-of-living for groceries, utilities, healthcare, and clothing are much closer to the national average. Furthermore, some categories are below the domestic average with -12.5% in housing and -3.8% in transportation.