Detroit, Michigan vs. Arlington, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arlington, Texas is 13.6% more expensive than Detroit, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $71,594 in Arlington, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Texas is more expensive than Detroit, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
335% more expensive in Arlington
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. Arlington, TX
Compared to Detroit, Arlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.6% 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
  10.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  281.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.5% higher
  Commute
  35.7% lower
  Health
  21.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.5% higher