Algona, Iowa vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 15.8% more expensive than Algona, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $57,898 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Algona, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than Algona, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
196% more expensive in Detroit
than in Algona, Iowa
Algona, IA vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Algona, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.8% 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
  7.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.5% lower
  Commute
  196.2% higher
  Health
  33.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% lower