Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Southfield, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Southfield, Michigan is 17.3% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $76,254 in Southfield, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Southfield, Michigan is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
51% more expensive in Southfield
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Southfield, MI
Compared to Indianapolis, Southfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.3% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.1% higher
  Commute
  51.1% higher
  Health
  20.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.1% higher