Denton, Texas vs. East Lansing, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in East Lansing, Michigan is 7.3% cheaper than Denton, Texas.

You would need a salary of $46,351 in East Lansing, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Denton, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, East Lansing, Michigan is cheaper than Denton, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% cheaper in East Lansing
than in Denton, Texas
Denton, TX vs. East Lansing, MI
Compared to Denton, East Lansing is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.3% lower
      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
  3.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% lower
  Commute
  2.1% lower
  Health
  12.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% higher