Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 4.5% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $33,955 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
96% more expensive in Detroit
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Indianapolis, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.5% 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
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.6% lower
  Commute
  96.4% higher
  Health
  18.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% lower