Cost of Living in United States - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: United States
Address: US

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $1,132 (excluding rent), and $2,767 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,781 (excluding rent), and $5,405 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$19.97 $19.97

$11.98 $11.98

$39.93 $39.93

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$74.7 $74.7

$49.78 $49.78

$149 $149

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$11.40 $11.40

$9.91 $9.91

$14.86 $14.86

Cappuccino

$5.37 $5.37

$3.08 $3.08

$8.20 $8.20

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.63 $2.63

$2.05 $2.05

$4.11 $4.11

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.06 $2.06

$1.48 $1.48

$2.95 $2.95

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$5.90 $5.90

$3.94 $3.94

$8.85 $8.85

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$7.02 $7.02

$5.01 $5.01

$12.03 $12.03

Milk (1 liter)

$1.09 $1.09

$0.54 $0.54

$2.11 $2.11

White Bread (500g)

$3.55 $3.55

$1.92 $1.92

$6.53 $6.53

Rice (white) (1kg)

$4.73 $4.73

$2.08 $2.08

$9.03 $9.03

Eggs

$4.30 $4.30

$1.98 $1.98

$7.62 $7.62

Local Cheese (1kg)

$13.01 $13.01

$6.67 $6.67

$26.69 $26.69

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$12.22 $12.22

$5.52 $5.52

$22.08 $22.08

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$16.36 $16.36

$9.94 $9.94

$26.50 $26.50

Apples (1kg)

$5.21 $5.21

$2.17 $2.17

$8.71 $8.71

Banana (1kg)

$1.70 $1.70

$1.11 $1.11

$4.46 $4.46

Oranges (1kg)

$4.59 $4.59

$2.13 $2.13

$11.24 $11.24

Tomato (1kg)

$4.97 $4.97

$2.18 $2.18

$8.91 $8.91

Potato (1kg)

$2.98 $2.98

$1.11 $1.11

$6.70 $6.70

Onion (1kg)

$3.04 $3.04

$1.72 $1.72

$6.50 $6.50

Lettuce (1 head)

$2.26 $2.26

$1.32 $1.32

$5.00 $5.00

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$2.17 $2.17

$0.97 $0.97

$3.40 $3.40

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$9.83 $9.83

$7.87 $7.87

$18.68 $18.68

Wine (Bottle)

$15.17 $15.17

$9.10 $9.10

$25.29 $25.29

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.91 $1.91

$1.69 $1.69

$3.49 $3.49

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.58 $3.58

$1.49 $1.49

$6.95 $6.95

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$2.49 $2.49

$1.49 $1.49

$3.98 $3.98

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$66.1 $66.1

$35.60 $35.60

$134 $134

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$3.82 $3.82

$2.65 $2.65

$7.13 $7.13

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.78 $1.78

$1.28 $1.28

$3.18 $3.18

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$29.48 $29.48

$21.62 $21.62

$44.21 $44.21

Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.91 $0.91

$0.72 $0.72

$1.29 $1.29

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$29.5K $29.5K

$23.5K $23.5K

$35.5K $35.5K

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$26.1K $26.1K

$25.0K $25.0K

$28.3K $28.3K

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$206 $206

$119 $119

$383 $383

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$56.9 $56.9

$29.74 $29.74

$99.1 $99.1

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$72.8 $72.8

$50.7 $50.7

$110 $110

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$45.23 $45.23

$19.72 $19.72

$140 $140

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$21.84 $21.84

$7.98 $7.98

$64.4 $64.4

Cinema Ticket

$13.79 $13.79

$10.34 $10.34

$19.70 $19.70

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$1,355 $1,355

$789 $789

$3,122 $3,122

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$22.6K $22.6K

$12.0K $12.0K

$39.9K $39.9K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$51.3 $51.3

$28.46 $28.46

$78.5 $78.5

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$42.37 $42.37

$23.87 $23.87

$69.6 $69.6

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$88.6 $88.6

$59.1 $59.1

$128 $128

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$115 $115

$65.8 $65.8

$202 $202

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,763 $1,763

$1,119 $1,119

$4,214 $4,214

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,432 $1,432

$948 $948

$2,787 $2,787

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$2,827 $2,827

$1,769 $1,769

$8,243 $8,243

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$2,358 $2,358

$1,577 $1,577

$5,143 $5,143

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$3,391 $3,391

$1,457 $1,457

$20.7K $20.7K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$2,614 $2,614

$1,264 $1,264

$9,376 $9,376

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$4,326 $4,326

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

6.51

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: March 3, 2026

By City in United States

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Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
201	Broomfield, CO	74112	164	$1,220	$3,263	$2,914	$5,862	147.24	416.23
202	Brownsburg, IN	18850	129	$929	$2,610	$2,297	$4,979	163.06	363.05
203	Brownsville, TX	186738	96	$770	$1,889	$1,982	$3,355	159.79	312.47
204	Brownwood, TX	19763	115	$779	$2,305	$1,971	$4,466	147.67	239.52
205	Brunswick, GA	16287	120	$907	$2,428	$2,421	$4,428	84.67	397.86
206	Brunswick, ME	16287	135	$1,318	$2,689	$3,234	$5,018	284.08	373.27
207	Bryan, TX	83980	129	$1,045	$2,562	$2,525	$4,958	63.82	332.71
208	Buckley, WA	5000	124	$995	$2,474	$2,141	$4,772	-	-
209	Buffalo, NY	-	133	$1,240	$2,682	$3,073	$5,082	141.34	364.58
210	Buford, GA	14868	116	$989	$2,295	$2,673	$4,663	20.15	383.48
211	Bullhead City, AZ	40024	109	$886	$2,215	$2,106	$4,709	297.89	279.08
212	Burbank, CA	103340	175	$1,372	$3,473	$3,092	$5,296	320.76	368.18
213	Burlington, IA	44743	89	$790	$1,781	$2,170	$3,594	89.11	301.91
214	Burlington, NC	44743	129	$1,036	$2,599	$2,514	$5,034	110.64	369.05
215	Burlington, VT	44743	156	$994	$3,132	$2,591	$5,476	67.16	241.49
216	Burnsville, MN	60306	129	$1,093	$2,576	$2,118	$4,827	21.65	364.13
217	Burnsville, NC	60306	129	$1,008	$2,617	$2,428	$4,711	61.23	274.84
218	Butte, MT	35000	102	$929	$2,003	$2,509	$4,225	28.32	291.23
219	Byrdstown, TN	800	129	$899	$2,596	$2,296	$4,878	19.19	343.6
220	Cabot, AR	23776	126	$1,053	$2,525	$2,473	$4,838	150.03	318.25
221	Cadillac, MI	10308	122	$888	$2,480	$2,196	$4,522	169.67	301.83
222	Caldwell, TX	59996	129	$951	$2,565	$2,359	$4,923	105.38	344.24
223	Calhoun, GA	14015	129	$1,018	$2,540	$2,877	$5,012	60.45	340.12
224	California, MD	13000	129	$1,114	$2,575	$2,192	$4,785	53.67	167.9
225	Calipatria, CA	7000	129	$1,149	$2,608	$2,339	$4,988	58.83	212.24
226	Camarillo, CA	62489	179	$1,183	$3,606	$2,867	$6,846	282.87	326.93
227	Cambridge, MA	105162	218	$1,472	$4,356	$3,314	$7,009	55.57	334.01
228	Cambridge, OH	105162	129	$1,141	$2,535	$2,205	$4,864	59.11	339.86
229	Camden, NJ	77344	144	$1,378	$2,853	$2,997	$5,576	158.45	336.74
230	Campbellsville, KY	10890	114	$849	$2,303	$1,958	$3,163	174.35	403.91
231	Canoga Park, CA	60578	132	$1,058	$2,610	$2,520	$5,119	227.94	365.01
232	Canon City, CO	17141	130	$1,018	$2,633	$2,876	$4,949	210.5	382.84
233	Canton, OH	-	80	$826	$1,598	$2,126	$3,508	369.12	263.24
234	Canyon Lake, CA	10561	138	$1,288	$2,718	$2,808	$5,400	52.78	391.8
235	Cape Canaveral, FL	-	132	$1,182	$2,601	$2,633	$4,846	70.63	375.44
236	Cape Carteret, NC	2000	123	$944	$2,428	$2,023	$4,593	24.87	359.4
237	Cape Coral, FL	154305	134	$990	$2,621	$2,849	$5,064	4.89	441.49
238	Cape Girardeau, MO	37941	95	$888	$1,926	$2,244	$4,009	211.44	318.23
239	Carbondale, IL	24881	121	$1,009	$2,418	$2,186	$4,537	111.98	281.48
240	Carlisle, PA	18682	135	$1,019	$2,704	$2,202	$4,965	21.8	336.58
241	Carlsbad, CA	-	186	$1,145	$3,655	$2,552	$6,638	47.55	320.6
242	Carlsbad, NM	114746	123	$854	$2,436	$2,086	$4,604	64.4	320.6
243	Carmel, IN	99757	129	$1,097	$2,560	$2,307	$4,821	14.03	354.21
244	Carson City, NV	-	118	$1,053	$2,393	$2,508	$4,764	99.45	345.95
245	Cartersville, GA	-	126	$928	$2,526	$2,456	$4,974	186.26	343.25
246	Cary, NC	176987	150	$1,145	$3,030	$3,444	$5,969	152.89	424.28
247	Casa Grande, AZ	54316	129	$1,054	$2,606	$2,524	$4,955	61.22	255.71
248	Casper, WY	58763	96	$851	$1,950	$2,108	$4,018	74.44	372.53
249	Castle Rock, CO	73158	121	$889	$2,441	$2,549	$4,686	43.43	398.87
250	Castro Valley, CA	61388	166	$996	$3,323	$2,894	$4,978	252.73	363.95

United States Median Internet Speeds (Updated January 2026)

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The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

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Cost of Living in United States - Frequently Asked Questions

Affordability across the United States ranges from high-cost metros to more affordable midsize cities and towns. When you compare the Cost of Living in United States, you’ll quickly see housing and transportation dominate the differences, with healthcare and utilities adding nuance. Coastal cities and tech hubs tend to be pricier, while inland regions and college towns offer more breathing room. Your value comes from choosing the right neighborhood, lease length, and season. For digital nomads, consider brief stays in a few areas to test work-life balance, internet reliability, and social scenes. Tip: map a monthly budget by housing, groceries, and transit before you travel.

Day-to-day life varies by city, but some patterns hold. When housing hunting, search by neighborhood rather than building; factor walkability, safety, and commute times. Grocery options range from big-box stores to farmer markets, with regional specialties shaping meals. Public transit works well in many cities, though you may still rely on rideshares or bikes in others. Flexible coworking and coffee spaces help you balance cost and network. For errands, plan a weekly route that minimizes backtracking. United States living cost shifts with the seasons too – summer tourism can spike prices in popular places, while winter can quiet activity in others. Tip: negotiate longer leases to lock in steadier rates.

Build a simple budgeting framework that accounts for housing, utilities, food, transport, and leisure, with room for unexpected costs like healthcare or pet care. Use a core city as your baseline, then compare nearby neighborhoods by rent ranges, commute lengths, and access to amenities. Seasonality matters: some areas price up in summer or during events; others stay steady year-round. Prioritize neighborhoods with good internet, safe outdoor spaces, and a sense of community that fits your pace. For savings, consider long-term rentals, public transit passes, and shared housing or co-living options to reduce costs while keeping flexibility. Tip: try a month-long pilot in a couple of neighborhoods before committing.