Elkhart, Indiana vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 11.0% more expensive than Elkhart, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $45,516 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Elkhart, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than Elkhart, Indiana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
130% more expensive in Detroit
than in Elkhart, Indiana
Elkhart, IN vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Elkhart, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  3.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% lower
  Commute
  130.4% higher
  Health
  12.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% lower