Athens, Ohio vs. Kalamazoo, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kalamazoo, Michigan is 5.7% more expensive than Athens, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $31,700 in Kalamazoo, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Athens, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kalamazoo, Michigan is more expensive than Athens, Ohio
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
53% more expensive in Kalamazoo
than in Athens, Ohio
Athens, OH vs. Kalamazoo, MI
Compared to Athens, Kalamazoo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.7% 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
  11.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.9% lower
  Commute
  53.8% higher
  Health
  1.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% lower