Detroit, Michigan vs. Brighton, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Brighton, Colorado is 36.8% more expensive than Detroit, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $68,377 in Brighton, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Brighton, Colorado is more expensive than Detroit, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
594% more expensive in Brighton
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. Brighton, CO
Compared to Detroit, Brighton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.8% 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
  12.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  544.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.0% higher
  Commute
  32.8% lower
  Health
  3.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.5% higher