Brownsville, Texas vs. Battle Creek, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Battle Creek, Michigan is 11.0% more expensive than Brownsville, Texas.

You would need a salary of $55,518 in Battle Creek, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Brownsville, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Battle Creek, Michigan is more expensive than Brownsville, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
30% more expensive in Battle Creek
than in Brownsville, Texas
Brownsville, TX vs. Battle Creek, MI
Compared to Brownsville, Battle Creek is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.0% 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
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.5% higher
  Commute
  12.7% higher
  Health
  5.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.9% higher