Ottawa, Illinois vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 13.1% more expensive than Ottawa, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $56,569 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Ottawa, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than Ottawa, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
164% more expensive in Detroit
than in Ottawa, Illinois
Ottawa, IL vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Ottawa, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.1% 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
  5.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.4% lower
  Commute
  164.1% higher
  Health
  29.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% lower