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Washington, District of Columbia - Detroit, Michigan

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A salary of $63,500 in Washington, District of Columbia could decrease to $35,307 in Detroit, Michigan

Washington U.S. Avg. Detroit

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Cost of Living IndexesWashingtonDetroit
Overall14379
Food11198
Housing23530
Utilities118104
Transportation109102
Health10097
Miscellaneous10196
100=national average

Detroit is 44% cheaper than Washington.

Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Housing is 87% cheaper in Detroit.

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