Royal Oak, Michigan vs. Clive, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Clive, Iowa is 5.6% cheaper than Royal Oak, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $47,195 in Clive, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Royal Oak, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Clive, Iowa is cheaper than Royal Oak, Michigan
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
36% cheaper in Clive
than in Royal Oak, Michigan
Royal Oak, MI vs. Clive, IA
Compared to Royal Oak, Clive is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.6% 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
  3.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% lower
  Commute
  36.7% lower
  Health
  28.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.8% lower