Melbourne Wins
3
of 6 categories
Tied
0
categories
Los Angeles Wins
3
of 6 categories
Category Breakdown
Compare costs across 6 key categories
Overall Cost
92
Melbourne
vs
85
Los Angeles
Los Angeles is 7 pts cheaper
Rent
95
Melbourne
vs
85
Los Angeles
Los Angeles is 10 pts cheaper
Groceries
92
Melbourne
vs
95
Los Angeles
Melbourne is 3 pts cheaper
Restaurants
88
Melbourne
vs
90
Los Angeles
Melbourne is 2 pts cheaper
Transport
85
Melbourne
vs
105
Los Angeles
Melbourne is 20 pts cheaper
Utilities
95
Melbourne
vs
90
Los Angeles
Los Angeles is 5 pts cheaper
Salary Equivalence
How much you'd need in Los Angeles to match a Melbourne salary
| Salary in Melbourne | Equivalent in Los Angeles | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $46,196 | $3,804 less |
| $75,000 | $69,293 | $5,707 less |
| $100,000 | $92,391 | $7,609 less |
| $125,000 | $115,489 | $9,511 less |
| $150,000 | $138,587 | $11,413 less |
| $200,000 | $184,783 | $15,217 less |
Melbourne vs Los Angeles: Summary
The overall cost of living differs by 7%. Los Angeles is the more affordable option.
Rent: Melbourne has a rent index of 95, while Los Angeles has 85.
Average Salaries: Melbourne: $3,120/month vs Los Angeles: $4,800/month (both in USD).
Out of 6 categories, Melbourne wins 3, while Los Angeles wins 3.
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