A clearer starting point
LivingCostFacts brings official U.S. cost data together so you can compare states, counties and metropolitan areas. We publish price indexes alongside rent benchmarks and household income because none of these measures tells the whole story on its own.
Who publishes this site
LivingCostFacts is published by Anders Hjortnæs. The site is independent of the agencies whose data it uses. CountyTaxFacts and JobPayFacts are related publications covering property taxes and wages.
Use the detail
A relocation decision depends on your household, commute, taxes and housing needs. Start with these area comparisons, then check current homes and local services. These figures are not personalized financial advice.