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Cost of Living Calculator

Adjust a salary for cost-of-living differences between cities.

Introduction

Cost of Living Calculator — Adjust a salary for cost-of-living differences between cities. Enter Current salary, Current city index, Target city index to get an instant, accurate result.

Formula

Adjusted salary = current salary × (target city cost-of-living index / current city cost-of-living index).

Step-by-step

  1. Enter the Current salary.
  2. Enter the Current city index.
  3. Enter the Target city index.
  4. Click Calculate to see your result instantly.

Real-world example

Example: With Current salary = 70000, Current city index = 100, Target city index = 130, the Cost of Living Calculator gives Adjusted Salary: 91000, Difference: 21000.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do the cost-of-living index values come from?
You supply them — they should come from a consistent cost-of-living index source (the same source for both cities) for an accurate comparison.
What does a positive "difference" mean?
You would need to earn that much more in the target city to maintain the same standard of living.
What inputs does the Cost of Living Calculator need?
You'll need to provide: Current salary, Current city index, Target city index. All fields use sensible defaults, so you can see a working example immediately and then adjust the values to match your own numbers.
How accurate is the Cost of Living Calculator?
The Cost of Living Calculator applies the formula exactly as calculated — Adjusted salary = current salary × (target city cost-of-living index / current city cost-of-living index). — so results are precise for the inputs you provide. Accuracy depends on entering correct, realistic input values.
Are these results guaranteed?
No. The Cost of Living Calculator gives an estimate based on the numbers you enter and standard financial formulas — actual rates, fees, taxes, and terms vary by lender, institution, and jurisdiction, and can change over time. This is not financial advice; consult a qualified financial professional for decisions specific to your situation.
Is the Cost of Living Calculator free to use?
Yes, the Cost of Living Calculator is completely free, requires no signup, and runs instantly in your browser.

About the Cost of Living Calculator

The Cost of Living Calculator uses a real, verifiable formula — Adjusted salary = current salary × (target city cost-of-living index / current city cost-of-living index). — so results are accurate every time, not an approximation.