Berkeley, California vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 62.8% cheaper than Berkeley, California.

You would need a salary of $22,333 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Berkeley, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is cheaper than Berkeley, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
94% cheaper in Detroit
than in Berkeley, California
Berkeley, CA vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Berkeley, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  62.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  21.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  95.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.8% lower
  Commute
  50.2% higher
  Health
  30.0% lower
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  Personal
  13.0% lower
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