Economic Calculators

Free tools to help you understand inflation, compare living costs, and track your real income

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Purchasing Power Calculator

See how inflation has changed the value of your money over time. Compare what $100 could buy in the past versus today.

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Cost of Living Comparison

Compare living expenses between US cities. Find out how much you need to earn in a new city to maintain your lifestyle.

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Real Income Calculator

Track whether your salary has kept pace with inflation. See your true purchasing power growth over the years.

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Why Use Our Economic Tools?

Understanding economic data is essential for making informed financial decisions, especially when navigating life in a new country. Our calculators transform complex Federal Reserve data into actionable insights.

Real-Time Federal Reserve Data

All our calculators use official data from FRED (Federal Reserve Economic Data), the most trusted source for US economic statistics. Our data updates automatically, ensuring you always have access to the most current information available. This includes the Consumer Price Index (CPI), regional cost data, and wage statistics that power our calculations.

Built for International Students & Immigrants

We designed these tools with international students and immigrants in mind. Whether you're deciding which US city to study in, negotiating a salary offer, or simply trying to understand how far your money will go, our calculators provide the context you need. Compare living costs between cities, understand how inflation affects your budget, and make data-driven decisions about your financial future in the United States.

Interactive Visualizations

Numbers alone don't tell the whole story. Each calculator includes interactive charts that show trends over time, helping you visualize economic changes and their impact on your finances. See how the dollar's purchasing power has evolved, compare cost breakdowns between cities, and track your real income growth with clear, easy-to-understand graphs.