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DETROIT vs. PORT ARTHUR
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Detroit, Michigan vs. Port Arthur, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Port Arthur, Texas is
18.5%
cheaper
than Detroit, Michigan.
You would need a salary of
$40,755
in Port Arthur, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Port Arthur, Texas is
cheaper
than Detroit, Michigan
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
49% cheaper in Port Arthur
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. Port Arthur, TX
Compared to Detroit, Port Arthur is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
18.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
19.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.6% higher
Commute
49.5% lower
Health
20.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.4% higher
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