Austin, Texas vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 31.5% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $118,587 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
87% cheaper in Detroit
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Austin, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  85.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.5% lower
  Commute
  62.2% higher
  Health
  19.5% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  3.5% lower
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