Kent, Ohio vs. Houghton, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houghton, Michigan is 6.0% more expensive than Kent, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $79,537 in Houghton, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Kent, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houghton, Michigan is more expensive than Kent, Ohio
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
38% more expensive in Houghton
than in Kent, Ohio
Kent, OH vs. Houghton, MI
Compared to Kent, Houghton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.0% 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
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.3% higher
  Commute
  0.8% higher
  Health
  38.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.4% lower