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TROY vs. DETROIT
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Troy, Michigan vs. Detroit, Michigan
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is
20.3%
cheaper
than Troy, Michigan.
You would need a salary of
$159,389
in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Troy, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is
cheaper
than Troy, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% cheaper in Detroit
than in Troy, Michigan
Troy, MI vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Troy, Detroit is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
20.3% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
11.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
82.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.5% lower
Commute
50.8% higher
Health
2.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
11.7% lower
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