Charleston, Missouri vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 31.6% more expensive than Charleston, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $65,801 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Charleston, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than Charleston, Missouri
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
187% more expensive in Detroit
than in Charleston, Missouri
Charleston, MO vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Charleston, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.6% 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
  3.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.7% lower
  Commute
  187.6% higher
  Health
  32.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.3% higher