Los Angeles, California vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 49.7% cheaper than Los Angeles, California.

You would need a salary of $7,551 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Los Angeles, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is cheaper than Los Angeles, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
92% cheaper in Detroit
than in Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, CA vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Los Angeles, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  92.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.3% lower
  Commute
  7.9% higher
  Health
  9.1% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  7.3% lower
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