Chicago, Illinois vs. Dexter township, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dexter township, Michigan is 5.5% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $52,747 in Dexter township, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dexter township, Michigan is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% more expensive in Dexter township
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Dexter Township, MI
Compared to Chicago, Dexter Township is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.5% 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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.1% higher
  Commute
  14.3% lower
  Health
  8.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.7% lower