Grand Rapids, Michigan vs. Poughkeepsie, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Poughkeepsie, New York is 14.5% more expensive than Grand Rapids, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $31,609 in Poughkeepsie, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Poughkeepsie, New York is more expensive than Grand Rapids, Michigan
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
81% more expensive in Poughkeepsie
than in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Grand Rapids, MI vs. Poughkeepsie, NY
Compared to Grand Rapids, Poughkeepsie is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.5% 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
  8.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.4% higher
  Commute
  12.5% higher
  Health
  55.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.0% higher