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CEDAR RAPIDS vs. DETROIT
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Cedar Rapids, Iowa vs. Detroit, Michigan
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is
12.0%
more expensive
than Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$72,797
in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is
more expensive
than Cedar Rapids, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
159% more expensive in Detroit
than in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Cedar Rapids, IA vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Cedar Rapids, Detroit is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
12.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
6.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
59.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.5% lower
Commute
159.2% higher
Health
20.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
0.7% lower
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