Amherst, New York vs. Royal Oak, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Royal Oak, Michigan is 12.9% more expensive than Amherst, New York.

You would need a salary of $56,444 in Royal Oak, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Amherst, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Royal Oak, Michigan is more expensive than Amherst, New York
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
21% more expensive in Royal Oak
than in Amherst, New York
Amherst, NY vs. Royal Oak, MI
Compared to Amherst, Royal Oak is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.7% higher
  Commute
  21.9% higher
  Health
  24.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.1% higher

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