Question 1

How do I compare the cost of living between two cities?

Accepted Answer

Use Worldlivingcost's free comparison tool select any two cities from 10,000+ worldwide and instantly see a side-by-side breakdown of rent, groceries, transportation, salaries, quality of life, safety, and healthcare costs.

Question 2

Which city is cheaper to live in: New York or London?

Accepted Answer

London is generally slightly cheaper than New York for monthly living costs. However, both are among the world's most expensive cities. Use our free comparison tool to see the exact current cost breakdown across rent, groceries, transport, and more.

Question 3

What is included in the cost of living comparison?

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Our comparison covers 50+ data points including: restaurants and dining out, grocery and market prices, public and private transportation, utility bills, rent and housing costs, average salaries, quality of life index, safety index, healthcare index, climate score, and purchasing power.

Question 4

What is the cheapest city to live in compared to New York?

Accepted Answer

Cities like Chiang Mai (Thailand), Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam), Tbilisi (Georgia), and Medellín (Colombia) are 70–85% cheaper than New York. Use our comparison tool to see the exact monthly cost difference for any city pair.

Question 5

Can I compare cost of living for remote work or digital nomad planning?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our tool is widely used by remote workers and digital nomads to compare cities by salary-adjusted cost of living, purchasing power, quality of life, and internet infrastructure. Compare any two cities to find where your money goes furthest.

Question 6

How accurate is the cost of living comparison data?

Accepted Answer

Data is updated monthly from thousands of contributors and official sources across 10,000+ cities. Our transparent methodology lets you see exactly how every index is calculated, so you can trust the numbers when planning a move or relocation.