The document discusses the cost of living in different metropolitan areas, including Metro Atlanta. Some key points: - Metro Atlanta's overall cost of living is average and has risen slightly over the past 9 years but remains close to average. - Transportation costs are 5% higher in Metro Atlanta than average. - New York has the highest overall cost of living, while Metro Atlanta ranks 15th out of the 25 largest metro areas. - To maintain the same standard of living as a $50,000 salary in Atlanta, one would need $88,000 in San Francisco or $114,000 in New York.