Detroit, Michigan vs. Abilene, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Abilene, Texas is 10.6% cheaper than Detroit, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $67,052 in Abilene, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Abilene, Texas is cheaper than Detroit, Michigan
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
61% cheaper in Abilene
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. Abilene, TX
Compared to Detroit, Abilene is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.6% 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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  124.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.6% higher
  Commute
  61.6% lower
  Health
  42.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% lower