Oakland, California vs. Grand Rapids, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grand Rapids, Michigan is 49.3% cheaper than Oakland, California.

You would need a salary of $43,102 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Oakland, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Rapids, Michigan is cheaper than Oakland, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Grand Rapids
than in Oakland, California
Oakland, CA vs. Grand Rapids, MI
Compared to Oakland, Grand Rapids is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.3% lower
      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
  14.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.6% higher
  Commute
  24.4% lower
  Health
  30.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.6% lower