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SAN FRANCISCO vs. DETROIT
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San Francisco, California vs. Detroit, Michigan
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is
63.6%
cheaper
than San Francisco, California.
You would need a salary of
$163,573
in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in San Francisco, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is
cheaper
than San Francisco, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
94% cheaper in Detroit
than in San Francisco, California
San Francisco, CA vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to San Francisco, Detroit is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
63.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
23.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
96.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.0% lower
Commute
12.7% higher
Health
28.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
19.6% lower
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