Dayton, Ohio vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 24.8% more expensive than Dayton, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $118,516 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Dayton, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than Dayton, Ohio
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
119% more expensive in Detroit
than in Dayton, Ohio
Dayton, OH vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Dayton, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.8% 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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.1% lower
  Commute
  119.9% higher
  Health
  9.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% lower