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DETROIT vs. SANTA CLARA
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Detroit, Michigan vs. Santa Clara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Clara, California is
165.1%
more expensive
than Detroit, Michigan.
You would need a salary of
$185,536
in Santa Clara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Clara, California is
more expensive
than Detroit, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1909% more expensive in Santa Clara
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. Santa Clara, CA
Compared to Detroit, Santa Clara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
165.1% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
30.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
2,309.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.1% lower
Commute
21.2% lower
Health
31.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
7.9% higher
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