Albany, Georgia vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 20.0% more expensive than Albany, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $60,014 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than Albany, Georgia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
132% more expensive in Detroit
than in Albany, Georgia
Albany, GA vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Albany, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.0% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.1% lower
  Commute
  132.8% higher
  Health
  23.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% higher

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