Los Angeles Wins
4
of 6 categories
Tied
0
categories
Amsterdam Wins
2
of 6 categories
Category Breakdown
Compare costs across 6 key categories
Overall Cost
85
Los Angeles
vs
98
Amsterdam
Los Angeles is 13 pts cheaper
Rent
85
Los Angeles
vs
105
Amsterdam
Los Angeles is 20 pts cheaper
Groceries
95
Los Angeles
vs
88
Amsterdam
Amsterdam is 7 pts cheaper
Restaurants
90
Los Angeles
vs
95
Amsterdam
Los Angeles is 5 pts cheaper
Transport
105
Los Angeles
vs
92
Amsterdam
Amsterdam is 13 pts cheaper
Utilities
90
Los Angeles
vs
110
Amsterdam
Los Angeles is 20 pts cheaper
Salary Equivalence
How much you'd need in Amsterdam to match a Los Angeles salary
| Salary in Los Angeles | Equivalent in Amsterdam | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $57,647 | $7,647 more |
| $75,000 | $86,471 | $11,471 more |
| $100,000 | $115,294 | $15,294 more |
| $125,000 | $144,118 | $19,118 more |
| $150,000 | $172,941 | $22,941 more |
| $200,000 | $230,588 | $30,588 more |
Los Angeles vs Amsterdam: Summary
The overall cost of living differs by 13%. Los Angeles is the more affordable option.
Rent: Los Angeles has a rent index of 85, while Amsterdam has 105.
Average Salaries: Los Angeles: $4,800/month vs Amsterdam: $2,924/month (both in USD).
Out of 6 categories, Los Angeles wins 4, while Amsterdam wins 2.
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