Dayton, Ohio vs. Mason, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mason, Michigan is 25.5% more expensive than Dayton, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $129,660 in Mason, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Dayton, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mason, Michigan is more expensive than Dayton, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
115% more expensive in Mason
than in Dayton, Ohio
Dayton, OH vs. Mason, MI
Compared to Dayton, Mason is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.5% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  248.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.6% lower
  Commute
  15.9% higher
  Health
  2.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% lower