Detroit, Michigan vs. Aurora, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Aurora, Colorado is 34.0% more expensive than Detroit, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $134,047 in Aurora, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Aurora, Colorado is more expensive than Detroit, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
540% more expensive in Aurora
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. Aurora, CO
Compared to Detroit, Aurora is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.0% 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
  11.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  510.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.1% higher
  Commute
  31.8% lower
  Health
  4.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.2% higher