Cost of living comparisons

What life really costs is one of the biggest factors in any move. Compare cities side by side on rent, groceries, transport, utilities and dining to plan your relocation budget.

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Pick where you live and where you're moving to for an indicative cost-of-living comparison.

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New York, United StatesSan Francisco, United StatesLos Angeles, United StatesMiami, United StatesLondon, United KingdomToronto, CanadaVancouver, CanadaDublin, IrelandLisbon, PortugalBarcelona, SpainMadrid, SpainSydney, AustraliaDubai, United Arab EmiratesBerlin, Germany

Figures are indicative planning estimates (New York = 100 for indices; monthly amounts in USD), last reviewed 2026-06-21. Actual costs vary by neighbourhood, lifestyle and exchange rates — verify before making decisions.