Calculating the added costs of the single living tax

If you're living the single life, you're likely feeling the sting in your wallet. Managing all the household bills is a lot harder to do on one income than on two.But over time, it's the little unexpected things that can add up to a significant disadvantage. Analysis from financial comparison site Finder estimates the average single person in Australia has $19,260 less in savings than the average partnered person.So how much does it really cost to live as a single person? And is the financial burden outweighed by the freedom of flying solo?