Madison, Wisconsin vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 12.5% cheaper than Madison, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $43,738 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is cheaper than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% cheaper in Detroit
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Madison, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  16.6% lower
  Commute
  107.8% higher
  Health
  11.9% lower
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  Personal
  7.4% lower
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