Battle Creek, Michigan vs. Alameda, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alameda, California is 157.7% more expensive than Battle Creek, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $193,252 in Alameda, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Battle Creek, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alameda, California is more expensive than Battle Creek, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
675% more expensive in Alameda
than in Battle Creek, Michigan
Battle Creek, MI vs. Alameda, CA
Compared to Battle Creek, Alameda is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  157.7% 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
  22.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,129.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.5% lower
  Commute
  29.9% higher
  Health
  23.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.2% higher

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