Capitola, California vs. Battle Creek, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Battle Creek, Michigan is 56.3% cheaper than Capitola, California.

You would need a salary of $21,838 in Battle Creek, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Capitola, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Battle Creek, Michigan is cheaper than Capitola, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
87% cheaper in Battle Creek
than in Capitola, California
Capitola, CA vs. Battle Creek, MI
Compared to Capitola, Battle Creek is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  56.3% lower
      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
  17.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  91.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% higher
  Commute
  14.2% lower
  Health
  13.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.6% lower