Harlingen, Texas vs. Battle Creek, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Battle Creek, Michigan is 15.3% more expensive than Harlingen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $57,638 in Battle Creek, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Harlingen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Battle Creek, Michigan is more expensive than Harlingen, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
32% more expensive in Battle Creek
than in Harlingen, Texas
Harlingen, TX vs. Battle Creek, MI
Compared to Harlingen, Battle Creek is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.3% 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
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.4% higher
  Commute
  32.4% higher
  Health
  5.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  26.7% higher