Beckley, West Virginia vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 26.5% more expensive than Beckley, West Virginia.

You would need a salary of $93,635 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Beckley, West Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than Beckley, West Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
153% more expensive in Detroit
than in Beckley, West Virginia
Beckley, WV vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Beckley, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.5% 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
  4.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.7% higher
  Commute
  153.6% higher
  Health
  35.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% higher