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BAY CITY vs. DETROIT
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Bay City, Michigan vs. Detroit, Michigan
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is
24.2%
more expensive
than Bay City, Michigan.
You would need a salary of
$99,384
in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Bay City, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is
more expensive
than Bay City, Michigan
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
92% more expensive in Detroit
than in Bay City, Michigan
Bay City, MI vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Bay City, Detroit is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
24.2% higher
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Renter
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Food
0.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
9.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.5% lower
Commute
93.0% higher
Health
9.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
0.4% higher
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