Van Wert, Ohio vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 26.9% more expensive than Van Wert, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $63,448 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Van Wert, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than Van Wert, Ohio
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
192% more expensive in Detroit
than in Van Wert, Ohio
Van Wert, OH vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Van Wert, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.9% 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
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.7% lower
  Commute
  192.8% higher
  Health
  8.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.3% higher