Buffalo, New York vs. Dearborn Heights, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dearborn Heights, Michigan is 4.6% more expensive than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $62,780 in Dearborn Heights, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dearborn Heights, Michigan is more expensive than Buffalo, New York
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
41% more expensive in Dearborn Heights
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Dearborn Heights, MI
Compared to Buffalo, Dearborn Heights is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.6% 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
  5.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.4% lower
  Commute
  41.8% higher
  Health
  22.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% higher