Altoona, Pennsylvania vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 18.6% more expensive than Altoona, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $41,394 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Altoona, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than Altoona, Pennsylvania
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
116% more expensive in Detroit
than in Altoona, Pennsylvania
Altoona, PA vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Altoona, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
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  18.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  8.3% lower
  Commute
  116.4% higher
  Health
  7.2% lower
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  Personal
  0.9% lower
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