Mitchell, South Dakota vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 11.2% more expensive than Mitchell, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $55,576 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Mitchell, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than Mitchell, South Dakota
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
217% more expensive in Detroit
than in Mitchell, South Dakota
Mitchell, SD vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Mitchell, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.2% 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
  10.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.1% lower
  Commute
  217.3% higher
  Health
  30.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% lower