Houghton, Michigan vs. Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is 1.4% cheaper than Houghton, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $67,050 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Houghton, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Milwaukee, Wisconsin is cheaper than Houghton, Michigan
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
22% cheaper in Milwaukee
than in Houghton, Michigan
Houghton, MI vs. Milwaukee, WI
Compared to Houghton, Milwaukee is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.4% lower
      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
  0.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.5% lower
  Commute
  30.9% higher
  Health
  22.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% higher