North Kansas City, Missouri vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 5.6% more expensive than North Kansas City, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $90,812 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in North Kansas City, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than North Kansas City, Missouri
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
130% more expensive in Detroit
than in North Kansas City, Missouri
North Kansas City, MO vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to North Kansas City, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.6% 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
  7.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.5% lower
  Commute
  130.4% higher
  Health
  21.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.7% lower