Detroit, Michigan vs. Frankfort, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Frankfort, Kentucky is 10.5% cheaper than Detroit, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $44,758 in Frankfort, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Frankfort, Kentucky is cheaper than Detroit, Michigan
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
62% cheaper in Frankfort
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. Frankfort, KY
Compared to Detroit, Frankfort is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.5% 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
  6.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  153.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% higher
  Commute
  62.0% lower
  Health
  24.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% higher