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MILWAUKEE vs. DETROIT
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Milwaukee, Wisconsin vs. Detroit, Michigan
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is
4.7%
more expensive
than Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
You would need a salary of
$120,431
in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is
more expensive
than Milwaukee, Wisconsin
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
74% more expensive in Detroit
than in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Milwaukee, Detroit is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
4.7% higher
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Food
4.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
56.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.4% lower
Commute
74.6% higher
Health
12.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.3% higher
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