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Compare living costs across cities based on your lifestyle preferences
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Most Affordable City
Los Angeles, CA offers the lowest monthly costs at $7,743 based on your preferences.
Budget Analysis
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Cost Drivers
Housing is typically the largest expense, accounting for 25-35% of total costs. Consider suburbs or smaller units to reduce this significantly.
Most Affordable City
Los Angeles, CA offers the lowest costs at $7,743.
Budget Analysis
0 cities fit within your $4,000 budget.
Cost Drivers
Housing is the largest expense. Consider suburbs or smaller units to reduce costs.
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Detailed Cost Breakdown
| Category | New York, NY | Los Angeles, CA |
|---|---|---|
| housing | $4,992 | $4,368 |
| food | $910 | $840 |
| transportation | $325 | $390 |
| healthcare | $770 | $700 |
| utilities | $390 | $325 |
| entertainment | $560 | $490 |
| miscellaneous | $700 | $630 |
| Total Monthly | $8,647 | $7,743 |
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