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DETROIT vs. STATE COLLEGE
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Detroit, Michigan vs. State College, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in State College, Pennsylvania is
13.2%
more expensive
than Detroit, Michigan.
You would need a salary of
$78,101
in State College, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, State College, Pennsylvania is
more expensive
than Detroit, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
396% more expensive in State College
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. State College, PA
Compared to Detroit, State College is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
13.2% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
21.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
512.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.8% higher
Commute
59.3% lower
Health
54.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.4% higher
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