Bangor, Maine vs. Westland, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Westland, Michigan is 8.6% more expensive than Bangor, Maine.

You would need a salary of $54,286 in Westland, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Bangor, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Westland, Michigan is more expensive than Bangor, Maine
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
91% more expensive in Westland
than in Bangor, Maine
Bangor, ME vs. Westland, MI
Compared to Bangor, Westland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.6% 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
  11.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.0% lower
  Commute
  91.9% higher
  Health
  19.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% lower