diversion #2- money

My stipend: 7820 kroner ($1506)/month
My Danish taxes: 45% plus 25% VAT on all purchased items
US tax rate on same income: 15% plus 6.75% state sales tax

Now, common costs:
My half of the rent: ~5000 kroner ($975)/month
Beer at a bar/restaurant: $7-$9
Big Mac Meal: $13
Cafe Mocha, large: $7.50
16.9 oz coke at 7-11: $4.20
Used bike (fair condition): $180


In other news, I'm looking for a student job.