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DETROIT vs. SAN FRANCISCO
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Detroit, Michigan vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
175.1%
more expensive
than Detroit, Michigan.
You would need a salary of
$324,600
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Detroit, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1628% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Detroit, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
175.1% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
31.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
2,469.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.7% higher
Commute
11.3% lower
Health
40.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
24.4% higher
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