The Dalles, Oregon vs. Royal Oak, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Royal Oak, Michigan is 12.4% more expensive than The Dalles, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $56,195 in Royal Oak, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in The Dalles, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Royal Oak, Michigan is more expensive than The Dalles, Oregon
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
62% more expensive in Royal Oak
than in The Dalles, Oregon
The Dalles, OR vs. Royal Oak, MI
Compared to The Dalles, Royal Oak is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.4% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.1% higher
  Commute
  62.0% higher
  Health
  22.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.0% higher