Grand Rapids, Michigan vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 0.9% cheaper than Grand Rapids, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $39,642 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is cheaper than Grand Rapids, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% cheaper in Detroit
than in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Grand Rapids, MI vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Grand Rapids, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  10.2% lower
  Commute
  87.5% higher
  Health
  0.7% higher
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  Personal
  1.8% lower
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