Fostoria, Ohio vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 36.3% more expensive than Fostoria, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $68,126 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Fostoria, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than Fostoria, Ohio
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
175% more expensive in Detroit
than in Fostoria, Ohio
Fostoria, OH vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Fostoria, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.3% 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
  0.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.5% lower
  Commute
  175.2% higher
  Health
  1.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% higher