Boston, Massachusetts vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 42.2% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $34,694 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% cheaper in Detroit
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Boston, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  20.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  91.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  23.2% lower
  Commute
  35.3% higher
  Health
  8.8% lower
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  Personal
  24.9% lower
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