Columbus, Indiana vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 6.6% more expensive than Columbus, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $53,305 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than Columbus, Indiana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
156% more expensive in Detroit
than in Columbus, Indiana
Columbus, IN vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Columbus, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.6% 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
  5.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.1% lower
  Commute
  156.9% higher
  Health
  12.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% lower