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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I compare cost of living between two cities?â–¼
Select any two cities using the dropdowns above. The comparison shows rent, food, transport, safety, internet speed, democracy index, and a livability score — all from real data sources including Numbeo, UNODC, and EIU.
How does Townleap compare cities?â–¼
Every comparison uses the same real data: Numbeo for rent and groceries, UNODC for homicide rates, EIU for democracy scores, World Bank for GDP and inflation, EF EPI for English proficiency, and Ookla for internet speed. We calculate a composite livability score so you can see which city wins overall — and where each one has the edge.
Can I compare more than two cities at once?â–¼
Yes. Add up to 6 cities in a single comparison by using the multi-city URL format (/cities/compare?cities=berlin,lisbon,bangkok). The table shows every metric side by side with the winner highlighted.
Which is better for relocation: Western Europe or Eastern Europe?â–¼
Western Europe (Germany, Netherlands, France) offers higher salaries, stronger institutions, and easier EU residency — but costs 2–3x more than Eastern Europe. Eastern Europe (Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary) offers EU membership at a fraction of the cost. Compare specific city pairs to see the trade-offs.
What data sources does Townleap use for city comparisons?â–¼
Townleap uses Numbeo for cost of living data, UNODC for crime and homicide rates, EIU (Economist Intelligence Unit) for democracy index, World Bank and IMF for GDP and economic data, EF EPI for English proficiency, and Ookla Speedtest for internet speeds. All data is updated regularly from these authoritative sources.
Is the city comparison tool free?â–¼
Yes, completely free. Compare any of our 125+ cities on rent, salary, safety, climate, and more — no sign-up required. We also show personalized take-home pay and savings estimates if you enter your salary.
Data: Numbeo · UNODC · EIU · World Bank · EF EPI · Ookla Speedtest