Detroit, Michigan vs. Sterling, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sterling, Virginia is 49.5% more expensive than Detroit, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $74,746 in Sterling, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sterling, Virginia is more expensive than Detroit, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
697% more expensive in Sterling
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. Sterling, VA
Compared to Detroit, Sterling is:
  Homeowner
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  49.5% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  23.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  698.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.9% higher
  Commute
  33.5% lower
  Health
  24.7% higher
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  Personal
  22.0% higher
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