Alamogordo, New Mexico vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 20.0% more expensive than Alamogordo, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $60,014 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Alamogordo, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than Alamogordo, New Mexico
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
176% more expensive in Detroit
than in Alamogordo, New Mexico
Alamogordo, NM vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Alamogordo, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
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  20.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  12.0% lower
  Commute
  176.4% higher
  Health
  5.8% lower
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  Personal
  3.0% higher
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