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KANSAS CITY vs. DETROIT
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Kansas City, Missouri vs. Detroit, Michigan
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is
0.9%
more expensive
than Kansas City, Missouri.
You would need a salary of
$69,300
in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Kansas City, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is
more expensive
than Kansas City, Missouri
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
101% more expensive in Detroit
than in Kansas City, Missouri
Kansas City, MO vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Kansas City, Detroit is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
0.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
8.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
63.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.5% lower
Commute
101.0% higher
Health
20.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.3% lower
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