Use any cost-of-living index (e.g. 100 = national average).
Example: Current annual income: $75,000 · Cost index — current city: 100 · Cost index — new city: 128 → Equivalent salary needed: $96,000.
Difference: 28%
Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate cost of living? Use any cost-of-living index (e.g. 100 = national average). Enter your numbers above and the result updates instantly. For example: Current annual income: $75,000 · Cost index — current city: 100 · Cost index — new city: 128 → Equivalent salary needed: $96,000.
Is this Cost of Living Calculator free? Yes — completely free with no sign-up or paywall. It runs entirely in your browser and keeps working offline; the numbers you enter never leave your device.
How accurate is it? It uses the standard published formula for cost of living. Results are estimates for planning — not financial, tax, medical, engineering, or legal advice.