Elkhart, Indiana vs. Pontiac, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Pontiac, Michigan is 4.4% more expensive than Elkhart, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $52,190 in Pontiac, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Elkhart, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pontiac, Michigan is more expensive than Elkhart, Indiana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
70% more expensive in Pontiac
than in Elkhart, Indiana
Elkhart, IN vs. Pontiac, MI
Compared to Elkhart, Pontiac is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.4% higher
      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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.4% higher
  Commute
  70.0% higher
  Health
  14.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.2% higher