Frederick, Maryland vs. Battle Creek, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Battle Creek, Michigan is 25.3% cheaper than Frederick, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $37,351 in Battle Creek, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Frederick, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Battle Creek, Michigan is cheaper than Frederick, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Battle Creek
than in Frederick, Maryland
Frederick, MD vs. Battle Creek, MI
Compared to Frederick, Battle Creek is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.3% 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
  14.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.1% higher
  Commute
  1.6% lower
  Health
  11.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% lower