Ocala, Florida vs. Grand Rapids, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grand Rapids, Michigan is 6.5% more expensive than Ocala, Florida.

You would need a salary of $53,274 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Ocala, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Rapids, Michigan is more expensive than Ocala, Florida
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
48% more expensive in Grand Rapids
than in Ocala, Florida
Ocala, FL vs. Grand Rapids, MI
Compared to Ocala, Grand Rapids is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.5% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.1% lower
  Commute
  15.8% higher
  Health
  16.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.7% higher