Houghton, New York vs. Petoskey, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Petoskey, Michigan is 20.9% more expensive than Houghton, New York.

You would need a salary of $60,452 in Petoskey, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Houghton, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Petoskey, Michigan is more expensive than Houghton, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
142% more expensive in Petoskey
than in Houghton, New York
Houghton, NY vs. Petoskey, MI
Compared to Houghton, Petoskey is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.9% 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
  2.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% lower
  Commute
  9.9% higher
  Health
  19.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% higher