Cost of Living Calculator - Detroit, Michigan vs Elmira, New York


The cost of living in Elmira, New York is 9.9% cheaper than Detroit, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $67,559 in Elmira, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elmira, New York is cheaper than Detroit, Michigan
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
56% cheaper in Elmira
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs Elmira, NY
Compared to Detroit, Elmira is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.9% 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
  7.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.8% higher
  Commute
  56.4% lower
  Health
  43.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% higher

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