Ashland, Kentucky vs. Pontiac, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Pontiac, Michigan is 13.2% more expensive than Ashland, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $99,582 in Pontiac, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Ashland, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pontiac, Michigan is more expensive than Ashland, Kentucky
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
74% more expensive in Pontiac
than in Ashland, Kentucky
Ashland, KY vs. Pontiac, MI
Compared to Ashland, Pontiac is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.2% 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
  6.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.9% higher
  Commute
  56.3% higher
  Health
  21.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.2% higher