Cost of Living Calculator

Compare expenses between cities worldwide. Calculate how much you need to earn to maintain your current lifestyle in a new location.

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Expense Categories

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Total Expenses 85%
(Remaining 15% will be allocated to savings and miscellaneous)

Comparison Results

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Enter your current and destination cities along with your salary to see cost comparisons.

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How Our Cost of Living Calculator Works

Select Locations

Enter your current city and the city you're considering moving to. Our database includes thousands of cities worldwide.

Enter Your Salary

Provide your current salary to calculate how much you would need to earn in your new city to maintain your current lifestyle.

Get Detailed Comparison

Receive a comprehensive breakdown of cost differences including housing, groceries, transportation, and more.

Understanding Expense Categories

Typical Expense Distribution

Housing & Rent

30-40% of total expenses

Food & Groceries

15-20% of total expenses

Healthcare

5-15% of total expenses

Why Adjust Percentages?

Cost of living varies significantly between cities. By adjusting expense percentages, you can:

  • Account for regional price differences
  • Reflect your personal spending habits
  • Plan for lifestyle changes in your new location
  • Get a more accurate salary equivalent

Tip: Research typical expense distributions for your destination city to make the most accurate comparison.

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is the cost of living data?

Our data comes from multiple reliable sources including government statistics, consumer price indexes, and crowdsourced data that is continuously updated. While we strive for accuracy, actual costs may vary based on individual lifestyle choices.

Can I compare more than two cities at once?

Currently, our calculator supports pairwise comparisons. For multiple city comparisons, we recommend saving each result and comparing them manually. We're working on a multi-city comparison feature for future updates.

Does the calculator include taxes?

Our main calculations focus on consumer expenses rather than income taxes. However, we do provide tax estimates in the detailed breakdown section for countries where this data is available.

How often is the data updated?

We update our cost of living data quarterly. Significant economic changes (like major currency fluctuations) trigger immediate updates for affected locations.

Can I use this for international relocation?

Absolutely! Our calculator supports comparisons between cities in different countries and automatically handles currency conversions based on current exchange rates.

Is there a mobile app available?

Our website is fully responsive and works on all mobile devices. While we don't currently have a dedicated mobile app, you can save our website to your home screen for app-like access.

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