Cost of Living Calculator

Compare cost of living between US cities. See housing, food, transportation, healthcare differences and salary adjustment needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is cost of living measured?
Using an index where 100 is the national average. A city at 120 is 20% more expensive. Compares housing, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and utilities.
What salary do I need in a new city?
Enter current salary and the tool calculates the equivalent needed in your target city to maintain the same standard of living.
Biggest cost factor?
Housing is the largest factor, often 30-40% of total costs. Cities with expensive housing have much higher overall cost of living.
Is my data stored?
No. All calculations happen in your browser.