Arlington, Virginia vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 45.1% cheaper than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $59,156 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is cheaper than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
90% cheaper in Detroit
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Arlington, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  45.1% lower
      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
  22.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  92.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.7% lower
  Commute
  45.6% higher
  Health
  18.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.1% lower