Mitchell, South Dakota vs. Battle Creek, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Battle Creek, Michigan is 2.1% more expensive than Mitchell, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $51,065 in Battle Creek, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Mitchell, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Battle Creek, Michigan is more expensive than Mitchell, South Dakota
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
71% more expensive in Battle Creek
than in Mitchell, South Dakota
Mitchell, SD vs. Battle Creek, MI
Compared to Mitchell, Battle Creek is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.1% 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
  7.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% higher
  Commute
  71.7% higher
  Health
  19.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% lower