Fulton, Kentucky vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 23.9% more expensive than Fulton, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $61,941 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Fulton, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than Fulton, Kentucky
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
138% more expensive in Detroit
than in Fulton, Kentucky
Fulton, KY vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Fulton, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.9% 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
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.7% lower
  Commute
  138.4% higher
  Health
  31.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% higher