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DETROIT vs. COLUMBUS
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Detroit, Michigan vs. Columbus, Ohio
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbus, Ohio is
2.6%
cheaper
than Detroit, Michigan.
You would need a salary of
$48,703
in Columbus, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Ohio is
cheaper
than Detroit, Michigan
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
49% cheaper in Columbus
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. Columbus, OH
Compared to Detroit, Columbus is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
2.6% lower
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
11.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
194.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.8% higher
Commute
49.5% lower
Health
9.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.4% lower
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