Chelsea, Michigan vs. Oakland, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oakland, California is 73.5% more expensive than Chelsea, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $364,454 in Oakland, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chelsea, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oakland, California is more expensive than Chelsea, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
149% more expensive in Oakland
than in Chelsea, Michigan
Chelsea, MI vs. Oakland, CA
Compared to Chelsea, Oakland is:
  Homeowner
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  73.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  164.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.9% lower
  Commute
  20.0% higher
  Health
  44.4% higher
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  Personal
  16.9% higher
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