Beacon, New York vs. Royal Oak, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Royal Oak, Michigan is 19.7% cheaper than Beacon, New York.

You would need a salary of $80,316 in Royal Oak, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Beacon, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Royal Oak, Michigan is cheaper than Beacon, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in Royal Oak
than in Beacon, New York
Beacon, NY vs. Royal Oak, MI
Compared to Beacon, Royal Oak is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.7% 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
  8.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.4% lower
  Commute
  7.8% lower
  Health
  36.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.3% higher