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Cost of Living Calculator - New York, New York vs Los Angeles, California

The cost of living in Los Angeles, California is 4.5% more expensive than New York, New York.

You would need a salary of $78,381 in Los Angeles, California to maintain the standard of living you have in New York, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Los Angeles, California is more expensive than New York, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
34% more expensive in Los Angeles
than in New York, New York
New York, NY vs Los Angeles, CA
Compared to New York, Los Angeles is:
  Homeowner
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  4.5% higher
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  10.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.3% higher
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  Utilities
  37.7% lower
  Commute
  8.7% lower
  Health
  29.5% lower
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  Personal
  13.8% lower
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