At Estates, we aim to provide the most accurate and up-to-date cost of living and relocation data for US cities. Our platform aggregates data from multiple authoritative sources to help you make informed decisions about where to live.
We aggregate data from the following primary sources:
Our cost of living index is calculated by weighting various factors including housing (30%), groceries (15%), utilities (10%), transportation (10%), healthcare (5%), and miscellaneous goods and services (30%). We compare these costs against the national average to provide a relative index.
Median home prices and rental rates are updated monthly using aggregated data from major real estate platforms. We use a 12-month rolling average to smooth out seasonal fluctuations.
Safety ratings are based on violent and property crime rates per 100,000 residents, sourced from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program.
Our database is updated regularly. The current data set was last refreshed in December 2025. We strive to maintain the highest level of data integrity and accuracy.
