Washington, District of Columbia vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 41.1% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $65 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
88% cheaper in Detroit
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Washington, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  22.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  90.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  15.4% lower
  Commute
  31.8% higher
  Health
  14.3% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  8.3% lower
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