Ann Arbor, Michigan vs. Laguna Woods, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Laguna Woods, California is 2.4% more expensive than Ann Arbor, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $56,341 in Laguna Woods, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laguna Woods, California is more expensive than Ann Arbor, Michigan
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
22% more expensive in Laguna Woods
than in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI vs. Laguna Woods, CA
Compared to Ann Arbor, Laguna Woods is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% 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
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.2% higher
  Commute
  12.4% higher
  Health
  15.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.9% higher