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DETROIT vs. ALABAMA
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Detroit, Michigan vs. Alabama, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Alabama, New York is
10.6%
cheaper
than Detroit, Michigan.
You would need a salary of
$10,728
in Alabama, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alabama, New York is
cheaper
than Detroit, Michigan
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
54% cheaper in Alabama
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. Alabama, NY
Compared to Detroit, Alabama is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
10.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
10.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
112.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
19.3% higher
Commute
54.9% lower
Health
28.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.2% higher
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