🌍 Global Cost Map
Explore cost of living across the world. Hover over a city for details, click to view full breakdown. Prices are a data snapshot as of Feb 7, 2026, not live pricing, covering 160 cities across 14 regions.
Cost Index
160 cities mapped
🗺️Browse Cities by Region
All 160 cities, grouped by region, with their Anchor Cost Index and global rank.
East Asia (17 cities)
Southeast Asia (15 cities)
South Asia (10 cities)
Central Asia (3 cities)
Middle East (11 cities)
Western Europe (15 cities)
Southern Europe (8 cities)
Eastern Europe (10 cities)
Europe (9 cities)
Africa (18 cities)
North America (14 cities)
Central America (8 cities)
South America (14 cities)
❓Frequently Asked Questions
What do the map colors mean?
Markers are color-coded by Anchor Cost Index, from green (0-19, very affordable) through yellow (40-59, moderate) to red (80-100, very expensive). The index blends five real anchor prices: 1BR rent, Big Mac, Uber 5km, Starbucks latte, and YouTube Premium.
Why is a city missing from the map?
Every city we track is listed in the region directory below, whether or not it currently has map coordinates. Clicking any city name takes you to its full price breakdown.
Can I see cities by region instead of the map?
Yes — scroll past the map for a text directory of every city grouped by region, each linking to its detailed cost of living page.