Dallas, Texas vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 12.2% cheaper than Dallas, Texas.

You would need a salary of $140,515 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is cheaper than Dallas, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Detroit
than in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Dallas, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  10.3% lower
  Commute
  52.3% higher
  Health
  16.6% lower
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  Personal
  7.9% lower
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