Austin, Texas vs. Detroit, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Illinois is 47.1% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $39,702 in Detroit, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Illinois is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
88% cheaper in Detroit
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Detroit, IL
Compared to Austin, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  47.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  88.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.2% higher
  Commute
  30.6% lower
  Health
  9.9% higher
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  Personal
  4.2% lower
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