Elyria, Ohio vs. Battle Creek, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Battle Creek, Michigan is 8.1% more expensive than Elyria, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $81,068 in Battle Creek, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Elyria, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Battle Creek, Michigan is more expensive than Elyria, Ohio
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
34% more expensive in Battle Creek
than in Elyria, Ohio
Elyria, OH vs. Battle Creek, MI
Compared to Elyria, Battle Creek is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.1% 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
  3.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% higher
  Commute
  34.6% higher
  Health
  11.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% lower