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Cost of Living Calculator - Detroit, Michigan vs Foster City, California

The cost of living in Foster City, California is 212.6% more expensive than Detroit, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $262,619 in Foster City, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Foster City, California is more expensive than Detroit, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
2209% more expensive in Foster City
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs Foster City, CA
Compared to Detroit, Foster City is:
  Homeowner
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  212.6% higher
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  31.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2,750.9% higher
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  Utilities
  9.5% higher
  Commute
  16.7% lower
  Health
  43.5% higher
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  Personal
  24.9% higher
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