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Another big reasons are language barriers and more importantly, vastly different tax codes and laws between EU countries. But the regulations don't help either,
by IdiocyInAction 8y ago
Another big reasons are language barriers and more importantly, vastly different tax codes and laws between EU countries. But the regulations don't help either, that's true.
- pedro_hab 8y agoYou are right, I've been looking into EU taxes and the Netherlands, which was dead last in the list above, has a nice 30% tax cuts for expats. The EU seems to tax quite heavily compared to the US, and also the salaries are also quite lower there too, I checked the cost of living in some EU cities compared to Austin and the salaries are not great. I am only looking into Europe because the immigration system there seems to be much better than the US, otherwise the US would be much better option. In a related note Teachers salaries don't seem that different.
- rahkiin 8y agoDon't forget to calculate the money you are left with every month after paying taxes, health insurance, housing and basic needs. I read that health insurance in the US costs 1000$+ per month, and even then you pay thousands out of pocket. Same for social security. I believe that if you take this into your calculations the difference is not so bad
- ThirdFoundation 8y agoHealth insurance in the US varies wildly. I pay less than $20 per paycheck for my insurance and my health expenses are capped by plan on an annual basis. I may spend little to none one year and a thousand dollars the next. It all depends on your employer, your health, etc. Additionally, all preventative appointments are covered under my insurance for free (1 per year).