Copenhagen is a very important place for business and science, and known as one of the richest cities in the world. This was the result of a survey in 2006, which ranked Copenhagen on the 9th place of the worlds richest places.
The gross wages of Copenhagen are very high, and mentioned as one of the highest ones in the world. But also the taxes does not stay behind, and do its best to squeeze out the money of Copenhagens citizens.
Another interesting fact is that the average wage earner of Copenhagen earns more than 40% than his colleague in New York.
There are a lot of international companies which decided to have their regional headquarters in Copenhagen. You may find big names like Microsoft, Maersk, Novo Nordisk, Ferring Pharmaceuticals and Bavarian Nordic.
To make a long story short: Copenhagen is a very successful city with hardworking labourers and smart managers.
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Photo: modern apartments in Copenhagen.