South Bend, Indiana vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 18.3% more expensive than South Bend, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $88,700 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in South Bend, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than South Bend, Indiana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
130% more expensive in Detroit
than in South Bend, Indiana
South Bend, IN vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to South Bend, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
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  18.3% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  0.1% higher
  Commute
  131.0% higher
  Health
  12.5% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  4.2% higher
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