Compare destinations PPP tool
How to Compare Two Destinations in the PPP Tool
Fair comparisons come from keeping every input the same except the destination. Save each run as a scenario, then compare PPP adjusted salary and lifestyle delta side by side.
Published: January 1, 2026 · Updated: January 1, 2026 · By FinToolSuite Editorial
Disclaimer
- Educational purposes only, not financial, tax, legal, or relocation advice.
- Examples are illustrative and simplified.
- Results depend on your inputs, PPP ratios, FX snapshots, and simplified tax assumptions and are not guaranteed.
- PPP is a national average and may not match your city or personal costs.
Quick answers
- Keep all settings identical except destination.
- Save a scenario for each destination.
- Compare PPP adjusted salary and lifestyle delta together.
- Export only after the settings are locked.
Before you start: lock the inputs
- Origin country.
- Gross salary.
- Pay frequency.
- Pension percent.
- Tax toggle setting.
- Date and time note (FX snapshot can change).
Locking these keeps your salary comparison scenarios clean so only the destination changes the PPP adjusted salary and lifestyle delta percent.
Compare destinations PPP tool: step by step
- Choose destination A and run the calculation.
- Save scenario “Destination A”.
- Switch to destination B only.
- Run and save scenario “Destination B”.
- Use compare scenarios view if available.
- Review PPP ratio, FX converted, PPP adjusted salary, lifestyle delta percent.
- Export comparison or export each run after locking settings.
Comparison table
| Item | Destination A | Destination B | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| PPP ratio | 0.85 | 1.05 | Lower ratio suggests cheaper average prices. |
| FX converted salary | $62,000 | $64,000 | FX snapshot differs by day. |
| PPP adjusted salary | $72,900 | $61,000 | Adjusted for price levels. |
| Lifestyle delta percent | +15% | −5% | Directional only. |
| Tax toggle setting | On | On | Keep consistent. |
| Pension percent | 5% | 5% | Match across runs. |
Worked example
Origin: Country X, salary $60,000, monthly frequency, pension 5%, tax toggle on. Destination A PPP ratio 0.85, FX snapshot converts to $62,000, PPP adjusted $72,900, lifestyle delta +15%. Destination B PPP ratio 1.05, FX converts to $64,000, PPP adjusted $61,000, lifestyle delta −5%.
Interpretation help: read the results page.
How to read the outcome safely
- Higher PPP adjusted does not guarantee higher real-life savings.
- Housing, schooling, and healthcare can dominate budgets.
- Use cost checks if needed before decisions.
- Keep scenarios aligned for fair comparisons.
See the examples page for more context.
Common mistakes and quick fixes
- Changing frequency between runs—keep it identical.
- Changing tax toggle between runs—stick to one setting.
- Changing pension percent—match it across scenarios.
- Rerunning on a different day and ignoring FX changes—note the date.
- Comparing different salary inputs—keep salary fixed.
- Reading PPP adjusted salary as cash in hand—it is a buying power estimate.
- Ignoring that PPP is a national average—city costs can differ.
- Mixing city expectations into a national ratio—use city cost tools for that.
- Not labeling scenarios clearly—name them by destination and date.
- Exporting too early and forgetting settings—export after locking inputs.
FAQs
Why did my comparison change today?
FX snapshots move and PPP can update. Rerun with the same settings to compare fairly.
Should I use tax toggle on or off?
Pick one and keep it for both destinations so the comparison stays clean.
Does PPP include rent?
No. PPP is national. Your rent may differ from the basket average.
Can I compare more than two destinations?
Yes. Save a scenario for each with identical base settings.
Is this advice?
No. This is educational and illustrative.
Does PPP adjusted salary equal take home?
No. It is a buying power estimate after FX and PPP.
Do I need the same frequency for both runs?
Yes. Mixing frequencies skews comparisons.
Where can I learn more?
See the how to use the tool page and the read results guide.
Privacy and safe handling
- Use generic scenario names.
- Avoid entering personal identifiers.
- Treat exports as sensitive.
- See the Privacy Policy for data handling.