Arlington, Texas vs. Alma, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alma, Michigan is 29.2% cheaper than Arlington, Texas.

You would need a salary of $35,417 in Alma, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alma, Michigan is cheaper than Arlington, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% cheaper in Alma
than in Arlington, Texas
Arlington, TX vs. Alma, MI
Compared to Arlington, Alma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.2% lower
      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
  8.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.6% lower
  Commute
  32.8% lower
  Health
  11.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.4% lower