This calculator allows you to compare the cost of living in different locations. To do this we first calculate average living expenses based on your current location and desired location. These expenses are adjusted based on your annual income and household size. IRC Section 415 requires the limits to be adjusted annually for cost-of-living increases. Limits by plan type (IRA, 401(k), SEP, SIMPLE IRA, 403(b), 457(b), defined benefit) 2020 cost-of-living adjustments for pension plans and retirement-related items (IR-2019-179) The US Inflation Calculator uses the latest US government CPI data published on March 11, 2020 to adjust for inflation and calculate the cumulative inflation rate through February 2020. The U.S. Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics will release the Consumer Price Index (CPI) with inflation data for March on April 10, 2020.