Budapest Wins
6
of 6 categories
Tied
0
categories
Los Angeles Wins
0
of 6 categories
Category Breakdown
Compare costs across 6 key categories
Overall Cost
45
Budapest
vs
85
Los Angeles
Budapest is 40 pts cheaper
Rent
35
Budapest
vs
85
Los Angeles
Budapest is 50 pts cheaper
Groceries
48
Budapest
vs
95
Los Angeles
Budapest is 47 pts cheaper
Restaurants
42
Budapest
vs
90
Los Angeles
Budapest is 48 pts cheaper
Transport
52
Budapest
vs
105
Los Angeles
Budapest is 53 pts cheaper
Utilities
58
Budapest
vs
90
Los Angeles
Budapest is 32 pts cheaper
Salary Equivalence
How much you'd need in Los Angeles to match a Budapest salary
| Salary in Budapest | Equivalent in Los Angeles | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $94,444 | $44,444 more |
| $75,000 | $141,667 | $66,667 more |
| $100,000 | $188,889 | $88,889 more |
| $125,000 | $236,111 | $111,111 more |
| $150,000 | $283,333 | $133,333 more |
| $200,000 | $377,778 | $177,778 more |
Budapest vs Los Angeles: Summary
The overall cost of living differs by 40%. Budapest is the more affordable option.
Rent: Budapest has a rent index of 35, while Los Angeles has 85.
Average Salaries: Budapest: $1,350/month vs Los Angeles: $4,800/month (both in USD).
Out of 6 categories, Budapest wins 6, while Los Angeles wins 0.
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