City Cost of Living Comparison

Compare detailed cost breakdowns across 380 cities worldwide — rent, groceries, transport, coworking, and more. Select 2-4 cities to see side-by-side costs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the City Cost Comparison tool work?

Select 2-4 cities from our database of 380 cities worldwide. The tool displays side-by-side costs for rent, groceries, transport, coworking, and more. Cities with real price data show exact USD figures; others show index-based estimates.

Which cities have real price data?

50 cities have researched price data from Numbeo, Expatistan, and local sources — including Lisbon, Barcelona, Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Mexico City, Medellín, Berlin, and more. These cities show exact figures for rent, meals, cappuccinos, transport, and coworking. All other cities use cost-index estimates.

How is the monthly cost estimate calculated?

Monthly cost estimates are derived from each city's cost index using a calibrated formula based on real-world data. The estimate covers rent, food, transport, utilities, and discretionary spending for a comfortable single-person lifestyle.