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LOS ANGELES vs. DETROIT
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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
$42,789
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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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
14.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
92.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.3% lower
Commute
7.9% higher
Health
9.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
7.3% lower
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