Brooklyn, New York vs. Los Angeles, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Los Angeles, California is 4.6% cheaper than Brooklyn, New York.

You would need a salary of $76,318 in Los Angeles, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Brooklyn, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Los Angeles, California is cheaper than Brooklyn, New York
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
38% cheaper in Los Angeles
than in Brooklyn, New York
Brooklyn, NY vs. Los Angeles, CA
Compared to Brooklyn, Los Angeles is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  11.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  38.2% lower
  Commute
  14.2% lower
  Health
  29.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.1% lower