Tempe, Arizona vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 21.2% cheaper than Tempe, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $70,897 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Tempe, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is cheaper than Tempe, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% cheaper in Detroit
than in Tempe, Arizona
Tempe, AZ vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Tempe, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  11.4% lower
  Commute
  64.9% higher
  Health
  11.6% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  3.2% lower
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