Laredo, Texas vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 8.2% more expensive than Laredo, Texas.

You would need a salary of $54,085 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Laredo, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than Laredo, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
86% more expensive in Detroit
than in Laredo, Texas
Laredo, TX vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Laredo, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.2% 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
  3.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.6% lower
  Commute
  86.9% higher
  Health
  14.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.1% higher